How to Say “Translate” in Haitian Creole

By Belinda Olive • Updated October 16, 2026

tradui

verb, neutral

The Haitian Creole verb for "translate" is tradui.

You ask for a translation with Ou ka tradui sa?, "Can you translate this?" The person translating is a tradiktè.

Meaning: to translate (phrase)

How does it change in a sentence?

Tradui takes its object directly: tradui tèks la is "translate the text".

Did you know?

A translator is called tradiktè, which is clearly related to the verb tradui.

Examples in context

Ou ka tradui sa pou mwen?
Can you translate this for me?
Li tradui liv la an angle.
He translated the book into English.
Mwen bezwen yon tradiktè.
I need a translator.

Example conversation

A visitor asks a hotel worker, Jocelyne, for help with a letter.

Vizitè

Eskize m, ou ka tradui lèt sa a?
Excuse me, can you translate this letter?
Jocelyne

Wi, ban m li.
Yes, give it to me.
Vizitè

Mèsi anpil.
Thank you very much.

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About The Author

Belinda Olive

Bonjour! I’m Belinda, your go-to girl for everything Creole. I’ve spent countless hours immersing myself in the extraordinary language and culture to share its nuance and flavour with you. When I’m not serving up linguistic treats, I’m likely chillin’ at the lac, sipping on diri ak pwa or relishing a playful chaje kochon. I also spend time perfecting my square foot gardening, tending to my karmakòl and mindlessly flipping through colourful katalòg aleman. Whether you want to congratulate someone with 'Felicite' or express love with 'Mwen renmen ou', I’m here to help you converse like a native. Alò, are you ready for this adventure?

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