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Baz - Haitian Creole Expression Explained

Two friends embracing each other. Because they are buddies, they can call each other baz in Haitian Creole.

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Baz

Haitian Creole Expressions

Meaning

The Haitian Creole expression baz can mean buddy, pal, dude, etc.

It's an affectionate slang term you can use to refer to people who are your peers or close to you.

Translation: Buddy, Homie, Pal, Bro

Literal Meaning: Base

Example 1


Jonny, sa k ap fèt, baz?


Jonny, what's happening, buddy?


Example 2


Ey, baz! Ou fre wi. Ki kote w prale?


Hey, pal! You look fresh! Where are you going?


Say "Baz" in Casual Situations


It is important to remember that the term or expression baz is informal.

As a result, consider using it with people you are familiar with or people who are around the same age as you.

If, for example, you are very young and speaking with an older adult whom you do not know, it's likely best to address that person as mesye (sir or mister) or madam (ma'am or madam).

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