nou
we, also "you" plural, Haitian Creole
In Haitian Creole, "we" is nou. The same word also means "you" in the plural, so the context decides. It is also called n.
Meaning: first person plural (pronoun)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| nou | we, also "you" plural, Haitian Creole |
| n | short form |
Before a verb, nou is often shortened to n, as in N ap mache, "we are walking".
Which one should you use?
For "you" in the singular Creole uses ou, which sounds different from nou.
How does it change in a sentence?
There is no "us" or "our" form. Nou works as subject and object: Li wè nou means "he sees us".
Did you know?
- The Creole nou comes from French nous.
Examples in context
- Nou se zanmi.We are friends.
- N ap tann ou.We are waiting for you.
- Nou renmen mizik.We like music.
Example conversation
Bernard and his sister Mireille talk about weekend plans.
- BernardKisa nou pral fè samdi?What are we going to do on Saturday?
- MireilleNou pral wè manman.We will see Mom.
- BernardBon lide.Good idea.
