Mèsi
Haitian Creole, everyday
In Haitian Creole, the most widely spoken French-based creole, you say Mèsi for "thank you". For "thank you very much" say Mèsi anpil.
Meaning: expression of thanks (phrase)
Ways to say it
| French | Note |
|---|---|
| Mèsi | Haitian Creole, everyday |
| Mèsi anpil | Haitian Creole, strong thanks |
Add the name of the person you thank, as in Mèsi, Marie. The answer to thanks is often Pa dekwa, which means "you are welcome".
Which one should you use?
The word comes from French merci. Other French-based creoles also use forms of it, so the word looks familiar, but the spelling here follows Haitian Creole.
Is it said differently in some regions?
This page uses Haitian Creole. Creoles of Louisiana, Martinique, Guadeloupe and the Indian Ocean have their own spellings.
Did you know?
- Haitian Creole is an official language of Haiti together with French, and most Haitians speak it every day.
Examples in context
- Mèsi pou tout bagay.Thank you for everything.
- Mèsi anpil, zanmi mwen.Thank you very much, my friend.
- Mèsi pou manje a.Thank you for the food.
Example conversation
Jean gives a glass of water to his neighbor Marie in Port-au-Prince.
- JeanMen dlo a, Marie.Here is the water, Marie.
- MarieMèsi anpil.Thank you very much.
- JeanPa dekwa.You are welcome.
