tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50475495310161055002024-03-26T23:35:19.368-07:00How-To CreoleHow-To Creole provides simple lessons and videos to help you learn Haitian CreoleJudersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comBlogger76125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-32314649580595929982024-01-30T10:26:00.000-08:002024-03-25T20:58:15.332-07:00"Pran Poul" Explained
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<p>seventyfourimages/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Pran poul
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<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Proverbs and Expressions
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>To steal answers from someone or something or to cheat (oftentimes on a test in school).</p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> Take chicken.</p>
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<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>M pap si l <strong>pran poul</strong> sou papye lòt elèv yo. Li pa t etidye menm!</p>
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<p>I won't be surprised if she <strong>cheats</strong> from the other students' papers. She didn't study at all.</p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p>Yo te ba l misye yon zewo, paske yo te wè l ap <strong>pran poul</strong> nan telefòn ni.</p>
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<p>They gave this man a zero, because they saw him <strong>cheating</strong> from his phone.</p>
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<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
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<p>Sometimes the saying <strong>pran poul</strong> is used as a joke to show that you think something is worth imitating.</p>
<p> For example, if you like how someone dresses, you can say something like this in Haitian Creole:</p>
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<p><em>"Mwen renmen fason ou abiye. M pral <strong>pran poul</strong> sou ou."</em></p>
<p>In English this means, <em>"I like the way you dress. I am going to <strong>imitate</strong> (or copy ) you."</em> </p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-80246494964300572382024-01-26T10:18:00.000-08:002024-03-25T20:58:31.870-07:00"Chape Poul" Explained
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<p>perminovakseniia/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Chape poul
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Proverbs and Expressions
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>To escape or run away from a situation.</p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> Flee with one's chicken.</p>
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<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>Vòlè a tou <strong>chape poul</strong> li lè l tande lapolis.</p>
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<p>The thief <strong>escaped</strong> when he heard the police.</p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p>Si w tande moun sa yo ap diskite, <strong>chape poul</strong> ou anvan yo kòmanse goumen.</p>
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<p>If you hear these people arguing, <strong>go away</strong> before they start fighting,</p>
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<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
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<p>The Haitian Creole saying <strong>chape poul </strong> doesn't always mean exactly the same thing as the English expression "chicken out."</p>
<p>This is because <strong>chape poul</strong> doesn't necessarily mean the person who is escaping is a coward.
<p>It means running away from any dangerous situation, not always a situation that implies the escapee is a coward. (see example 2).</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-65822153125866307582024-01-17T20:38:00.000-08:002024-03-25T20:58:45.786-07:00Fouye Zo Nan Kalalou "Explained"
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Fouye zo nan kalalou
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Proverbs and Expressions
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>When you are nosing around to get information out of someone. </p>
<p>This often involves asking questions with the intent of prying into someone's personal matters or looking for problems that are not necessarily there.</p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> Dig up bones from okra.</p>
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<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>Mirlande dwe sispann <strong>fouye zo nan kalalou.</strong> M pa konn poukisa l ap plede mande ki kalite travay mwen fè.</p>
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<p>Mirlande needs to stop <strong>nosing around</strong>. I don't know why she keeps asking what kind of work I do.</p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p>Tanpri di misye pou l pa <strong>fouye zo nan kalalou</strong>. M pa gen okenn obligasyon pou m di l tout ti detay sou maryaj mwen.</p>
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<p>Please tell him not to <strong>pry into this matter</strong>. I have no obligation to tell him all the little details of my marriage..</p>
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<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
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<p>Okras are soft and gooey in the inside. As such, the last thing you would expect to find in them is a piece of bone.</p>
<p>This proverb shows how trivial it can be when someone is nosing around to find out personal information.</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-83449957674459439072023-12-14T09:26:00.000-08:002024-03-25T20:59:03.726-07:00"Pito Nou Lèd Nou La" Explained
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<p>LightFieldStudios/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Pito nou lèd nou la
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<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Proverbs and Expressions
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>We must keep on perserving even though we feel weighed down because of life's problems. </p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> We may be ugly, but we are here.</p>
<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Better we are ugly we are here. </p>
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<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>Jounen an pa t bon menm nan travay la. <strong>Pito nou lèd nou la!</strong></p>
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<p>The day wasn't good at all at work. <strong>We may be weighed down, but we are here!</strong></p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p>Zanmi m! Si m te koute jenou fè mal sa a, m pa t ap vin travay non! Ebyen, <strong>Pito nou lèd nou la!</strong></p>
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<p>My friend! If I listened to this hurting knee, I would not have come to work today! <strong>We may be hurting, but we are here!</strong></p>
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<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
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<p>The Haitian Creole saying <strong>pito nou lèd la </strong> also indicates modesty and endurance. The reason is because using this proverb shows:</p>
<p><strong>1.</strong> You are not denying reality but have accepted the situation for what it is.</p>
<p><strong>2.</strong> Although the reality is difficult, you decide to make adjustments in your situation to keep going.</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-1713491769195986462023-12-01T10:15:00.000-08:002024-03-25T20:59:18.741-07:00"Gason kanson" Explained<a class="play-video" href="https://youtu.be/RZyK0BWSrzo"></a>
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<p>mstandret/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Gason kanson
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<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>A man who is courageous and hardworking.</p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> Brave man, strongman, hardworking man</p>
<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Man pants</p>
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<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>Misye se yon <strong>gason kanson</strong> toutbonvre. Li pa pè travay nan fredi a non!</p>
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<p>This is truly a <strong>courageous man</strong>. He is not afraid to work in the cold!</p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p>Li fè tout travay sa yo san plenyen.<strong>Gason kanson!</strong></p>
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<p>He did all of this work without complaining. <strong>What a hardworking man!</strong></p>
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<h2>Fun Facts </h2>
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<p>The Haitian Creole saying <strong>gason kanson</strong> means a man is hardworking, persevering, courageous, galant and so on.. </p>
<p>This Haitian Creole expression is similar to the expression, <strong>mete gason sou ou</strong>, which mainly means to muster up courage. </p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-82366854679257619042023-11-30T15:56:00.000-08:002024-03-25T20:59:32.407-07:00"Sa w pa konnen pi gran pase w" Explained
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<p>wayhomestudioo/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Sa w pa konnen pi gran pase w
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<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>You need to humble instead of assuming you know everything.</p>
<p> When humble your attitude and take in instruction, that is when you realize how little you know.</p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> What you don't know is greater than you.</p>
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<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>Se te pitit gason Edner a kite ede m ekri dokiman sa wi. <strong>Sa w pa konnen pi gran pase w!</strong></p>
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<p>It was Edner's son who helped me write this document. <strong>What you don't know is greater than you!</strong></p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p>Se lè m te pran klas kuizin nan mwen te reyalize m vrèman pa konn fè manje.<strong>Sa w pa konnen pi gran pase w!</strong></p>
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<p>It's when I took the culinary class I realized that I truly don'know how to cook. <strong>What you don't know is greater than you!</strong></p>
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<h2>Try this!</h2>
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<p>Next time when someone gives you a hand to do something, use the saying <strong>sa w pa konnen pi gran pase w</strong> .</p>
<p>Doing this does the following:.</p>
<p><strong>1.</strong> It indicates that you appeciate that this person chose to help you.</p>
<p><strong>2.</strong> It's a sincere, indirect way of giving someone a compliment.</p>
<p><strong>3.</strong> It's a sign that you are getting good at speaking Creole. Using proverbs and saying is a great way to relate to Haitians or native Creole speakers.</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-24808928743145827002023-11-17T06:15:00.000-08:002023-12-25T20:02:39.716-08:00Kreyòl pale kreyòl konprann (Meaning)<a class="play-video" href="https://youtu.be/Y6NzUgoKA_s"></a>
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<p>wayhomestudioo/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Kreyòl pale Kreyòl konprann
</h1>
<section class="saying-meaning">
<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>What you said is clear, straightforward and easy to understand</p>
<p>This proverb is similar to English expression <strong>spoken in plain English</strong> or <strong> in layman's terms</strong>. </p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> Creole spoken, Creole understood.</p>
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<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>Ronald te byen eksplike fason planèt yo deplase. <strong>Kreyòl pale Kreyòl konprann!</strong></p>
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<p>Ronald explained well how the planets move. <strong>Creole spoken, Creole understood!</strong></p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p>M renmen fason pwofesè sa a itilize mo ki senp. <strong>Kreyòl pale Kreyòl konprann!</strong></p>
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<p>I like how this teacher uses simple words. <strong>Creole spoken, Creole understood!</strong></p>
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<h2>Go for it</h2>
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<p>Next time you hear someone say something clear and simple in Haitian Creole, go ahead and use the saying <strong>Kreyòl pale Kreyòl konprann!</strong></p>
<p>It's a good way to compliment someone because it means he or she is a good communicator.</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-85318327123377005082023-11-04T05:22:00.004-07:002024-03-25T20:59:47.528-07:00"Aksidan pa gen klaksòn" Explained
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<p>monkeybusiness/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Aksidan pa gen klaksòn
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<section class="saying-meaning">
<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>Accidents come without warning.</p>
<p>Just like a vehicle without a horn is unable to warn others of its presence, accidents come without warning.</p>
<p>It is thus important to always be on the lookout.</p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> Accidents don't have a horn (automobile horn).</p>
<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Accidents don't have horn.</p>
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<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>Tanpri siveye timoun yo k ap monte eskalye a. <strong>Aksidan pa gen klaksòn.</strong></p>
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<p>Please watch over the kids who are going up the stairs. <strong>Accidents come without warning.</strong></p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p>Pa retire je w sout wout la <strong>Aksidan pa gen klaksòn</strong>.</p>
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<p>Don't take your eyes off the road. <strong> Accidents come without warning.</strong></p>
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<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
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<p>The word <strong>klaksòn</strong> means an automobile horn. The verb form, <strong>klaksonnen</strong>, means to blow or honk the horn. </p>
<p>The urban areas of Haiti often have a lot of vehicles and foot traffic. As such, people constantly blow the horn to avoid accidents. </p>
<p>Thus, the saying <strong>aksidan pa gen klaksòn</strong> is quite relatable to Haitians who have witnessed the busy streets of Haiti.</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-77687332048274963702023-10-12T12:21:00.006-07:002024-03-25T21:00:03.956-07:00"Anba Anba" Explained
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<p>YuriArcursPeopleimages8/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Anba anba
</h1>
<section class="saying-meaning">
<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
</a>
<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>Craftily working in secrecy to do something.</p>
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<section class="saying-translation">
<p><strong>Translation:</strong> Sneaky, incognito, clandestine</p>
<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Below below / Under under</p>
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<section class="saying-examples">
<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>Markens t al fete avèk zanmi l yo <strong>anba anba.</strong></p>
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<p>Markens went partying with his friends <strong>secretly.</strong></p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p>Li pa ka pèdi pwa paske l ap plede manje anpil vye manje <strong>anba anba</strong>.</p>
<hr />
<p>He can't lose wait because he keeps eating a lot of junk food <strong> secretly.</strong></p>
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<section class="saying-info">
<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
<hr />
<p>As shown above, <strong>anba anba</strong> literally means 'below below' or 'under under.'</p>
<p>Oftentimes something that is underneath is not noticeable.</p>
<p>Thus, the saying <strong>anba anba</strong> emphasizes the idea that someone is doing something in secrecy behind the scenes.</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-40947631395622962382023-10-11T10:41:00.009-07:002024-03-25T21:00:30.531-07:00"Lave Men Siye Atè" Explained
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<p>YuriArcursPeopleimages8/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Lave men siye atè
</h1>
<section class="saying-meaning">
<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
</a>
<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>Wasting your effort by doing something that is pointless </p>
<p>For example, wearing sunglasses in the dark.</p>
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<section class="saying-translation">
<p><strong>Translation:</strong> Wash your hands, wipe them on the ground.</p>
<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Wash hands wipe floor.</p>
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<section class="saying-examples">
<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>M pa ka kwè li mete linèt solèy nan fènwa pou l ka wè pi byen. <strong>Lave men siye atè!</strong></p>
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<p>I can't believe she wears sunglasses in the dark to see better. <strong>This is pointless!</strong></p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p> Mikwo a pa bon. Poukisa li toujou ap pale? <strong>Lave men siye atè</strong>.</p>
<hr />
<p>The microphone is not working. Why is he still speaking?<strong> It's pointless.</strong></p>
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<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
<hr />
<p>You are also able to use this proverb to say what you're doing is making the situation even worse instead of helping. </p>
<p>As shown in the first example, someone wearing sunglasses at night to see better would actually make seeing harder</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-68972064204004834892023-08-31T22:31:00.011-07:002024-03-25T21:00:52.106-07:00Bab pi long men sousi pi vye "Explained"
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<h1 class="saying">
Bab pi long men sousi pi vye
</h1>
<section class="saying-meaning">
<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>Don't downplay or belittle the experience of older ones. </p>
<p>For example, a young man may feel confident about his decisions, but he should not belittle the experience of his parents.</p>
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<section class="saying-translation">
<p><strong>Translation:</strong> The beard is longer but the eyebrow is older.</p>
<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Beard more long but eyebrow more old.</p>
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<section class="saying-examples">
<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
<hr />
<p>Wesly panse m pa konprann jan l santi l lè mwen di l pou l pa kouri marye. Li dwe sonje <strong>bab pi long men sousi pi vye</strong></p>
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<p>Wesly thinks I don't understand how he feels when I tell him not to rush into marriage. He needs to remember that I am <strong>older and more experienced</strong> than he is.</p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p> Se vre ou ka travay plis. <strong>Sonje Bab pi long men sousi pi vye</strong>. Piske ou pa t koute konsèy mwen an, biznis lan pral fè gwo defisi. W ap wè!</p>
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<p>It's true you can work more. But remember that I am <strong>older and more experienced</strong>. Since you did not listen to my advice, your business will have a huge deficit. You will see!</p>
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<section class="saying-info">
<h2>Be Flexible</h2>
<hr />
<p>You are able to use this saying for a variety of age groups, not just for the young and elderly. </p>
<p>For example, you can use it in a situation where a 23-year old is wacthing over his 12-year old brother. </p>
<p>While they are both relatively young, the 12-year old should remember that his older sibling is more experienced and therefore should be more inclined to listen to him.</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-15896382374858975422023-08-24T13:13:00.008-07:002024-03-25T21:01:07.739-07:00"Bay piti pa chich" Explained
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<p>Towfiqu98/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Bay piti pa chich
</h1>
<section class="saying-meaning">
<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
</a>
<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>Giving is still valuable even if what you are giving is little or not much.</p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> It is not selfish to give a little amount.</p>
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<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Give little not selfish.</p>
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<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
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<p>Pa gen pwoblèm si w pa ka bay anpil. <strong>Bay piti pa chich!</strong></p>
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<p>It's not a problem if you can't give a lot.<strong> Giving a small amount is still valuable!</strong></p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
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<p>Di mesye a pa gen pwoblèm si se sèlman yon ti moso li ka bay sèlman. <strong>Bay piti pa chich!</strong></p>
<hr />
<p>Tell the man it's not a problen if it's only a small piece his able to give. <strong> Giving a small amount is still valuable!</strong> </p>
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<section class="saying-info">
<h2>An Important Lesson About Giving</h2>
<hr />
<p>At times we are too hard on ourselves by erroneously concluding that our act of giving is insignificant because we don't have the means to give more.</p>
<p>However, it is the <strong>act</strong> of giving that comes from the <strong>heart</strong> that matters.</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-11314930566706261342023-08-12T11:29:00.011-07:002024-03-25T21:01:28.149-07:00"Sak Vid Pa Kanpe" Explained<a class="play-video" href="https://youtu.be/_cXPHjvIhzM"></a>
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<p>Aleruana/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Sak vid pa kanpe
</h1>
<section class="saying-meaning">
<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
</a>
<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>The lesson behind this saying is that you need to eat to have energy. </p>
<p>Just as an empty sack cannot stand straight, your body cannot remain standing without enough food.</p>
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<section class="saying-translation">
<p><strong>Translation:</strong> An empy sack cannot stand.</p>
<hr />
<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Sack empty doesn't stand.</p>
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<section class="saying-examples">
<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
<hr />
<p>Ou pap gen fòs pou w travay si w pa manje. <strong>Sak vid pa kanpe!</strong></p>
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<p>You will not have strength to work if you don't eat. <strong>An empty sack cannot stand!</strong> </p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
<hr />
<p><strong>Sak vid pa kanpe!</strong> M twò grangou pou m al fè egzèsis.</p>
<hr />
<p><strong>An empty sack cannot stand!</strong> I am not too hungry to do do exercise. </p>
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<section class="saying-info">
<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
<hr />
<p>Before plastic bags became common, people in Haiti mostly used sacks, which are made out of clothlike materials.</p>
<p>Those bags are heavier than plastic bags and are even more likely to collapse to the ground when they are empty compared to plastic bags</p>
<p>Since Haitians in former times used sacks extensively to store harvested grains, fruits and household items, they were quite familiar with what happened when a sack was empty.</p>
<p>Therefore, it is not surprising <strong>sak vid pa kanpe</strong> developed over time.</p>
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<p>Prostock-studio/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Twou manti pa fon
</h1>
<section class="saying-meaning">
<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
</a>
<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>A way of saying lying will not get you far, because the truth will eventually come out.</p>
<p>It emphasizes the fact that lies have a shaky foundation and don't provide a true sense of security. </p>
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<section class="saying-translation">
<p><strong>Translation:</strong> The hole of lies is not deep !</p>
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<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Hole lie not deep !</p>
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<section class="saying-examples">
<p><b>Example 1</b></p>
<hr />
<p>Jodi a lekòl la di m ou pa t vini menm, men ou te di m ou te ale. Gade! <strong>Twou manti pa fon!</strong></p>
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<p>Today the school told me you didn't come at all, but you told me you went. Look! <strong>Lying will not get you far!</strong></p>
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<p><b>Example 2</b></p>
<hr />
<p><strong>Twou manti pa fon!</strong> Yon jou y ap aprann tout dosye l yo se magouy.</p>
<hr />
<p><strong>Lies don't go far!</strong> One day they'll learn all of her records are fraudulent.</p>
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<section class="saying-info">
<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
<hr />
<p>Someone who is from remote parts of Haiti may easily relate to this saying. At times people in such regions have had to dig very deep wells to get much-needed water.</p>
<p>While this doesn't necessarily mean this saying only came from the people's interaction with deep wells, this experience does help us to understand how the people are able to relate to it.</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-26785796789839316892023-07-28T14:56:00.023-07:002024-03-25T21:02:11.395-07:00"Dèyè Mòn Gen Mòn" Explained
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<p>ADDICTIVE_STOCK/Envato Elements</p>
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<h1 class="saying">
Dèyè mòn gen mòn
</h1>
<section class="saying-meaning">
<a class="saying-button" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/haitian-creole-sayings-proverbs.html">
Haitian Creole Sayings
</a>
<h2>Meaning</h2>
This expression means when a problem or obstacle in life ends, another one will surely follow.
<p>The lesson is there will always be tests and trials in life.</p>
</section>
<section class="saying-translation">
<p><strong>Translation:</strong> Behind mountains there are mountains!</p>
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<section class="saying-examples">
<h2>Example 1</h2>
<hr />
<p>Semèn pase mwen pèdi travay mwen. Kounye a y ap monte lwaye kay la. <strong>Dèyè mòn gen mòn!</strong></p>
<hr />
<p>Last week I lost my job. Now they are increasing the house rent. <strong>It's one thing after another!</strong> </p>
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<section class="saying-examples">
<h2>Example 2</h2>
<hr />
<p>Doktè a fèk trete m pou kansè. Kounye yo di mwen gen yon enfeksyon. <strong>Dèyè mòn gen mòn!</strong></p>
<hr />
<p>The doctor just treated me for cancer, and now they say I have an infection. <strong>It's one thing after another!</strong></p>
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<section class="saying-info">
<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
<hr />
<p>This saying may have been inspired by the fact that <strong>Haiti has a mountainous terrain.</strong></p>
<p>Those who live in remote parts of Haiti are well accustomed to seeing or treking numerous mountains -- one after another.</p>
<p>Having realized life itself mirrors this reality, the people developed the saying <strong>dèyè mòn gen mòn</strong> over time.</p>
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Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-38646540275137798152023-07-14T21:17:00.005-07:002023-07-16T20:57:15.870-07:00Difference Between Haitian Creole and French<a class="play-video" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gE_qjP8aWMw"></a>
<a class="beginner" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/beginner-haitian-creole-lessons.html">Beginner Lessons</a>
<img alt="Haitian Creole and French are not the same." class="lesson-image" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqLuRVZJrKw1oGKJvvN_ZwnsMe_Q8vDqF4_TIOqvyw2uybqtt0sMt6aPMMLNI5qbSvanKxorMg4k3159rrNYANsRd-QVtEZZZT61fNOHUjpvRggpq5xpEI-Gty9ICGekmEC-ugkWRV2R7Np1f-uGU3QshMSMLns4HTveZilmScqBBgVP012SiL2-GYwn0/s1600/Haitian%20Creole%20and%20French%20Difference.jpg" />
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Haitian Creole and French are different languages despite their similarities.
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<section class="lesson-intro">
<h2>
Why Many People Think They're the Same
</h2>
<hr />
<p><strong>1. Because they are similar.</strong> The vast majority of Haitian Creole vocabulary originated from French (over 80 percent) .</p>
<p><strong>2. Some Haitians speak French.</strong> Some native Haitians speak French fluently. In fact, some may even prefer to read and write in French.
<p><strong>3. Many Haitians are educated in French.</strong> While Haitian Creole literature is becoming more common, many textbooks and other academic materials are still only available in French. In fact, some renowned schools require students to speak French only.</p>
<p> All of those factors above lead many people to erroneously conclude that Creole and French are the same language -- so you would be forgiven if you concluded that as well.</p>
<p> But, both languages, in spite of their similarities, are fundamentally different. Let's find out how!</p>
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Why They Are NOT the Same
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<li>Despite their strikingly common vocabulary, Haitian Creole and French have different pronunciation, verb usage patterns and origins. </li>
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<p><strong>1. Different Pronunciation and Spelling.</strong> Haitian Creole is strictly phonetic, with no silent letters. Yes, every letter is pronounced in Haitian Creole.</p>
<p> In French, some letters are silent. As such, some may initially experience greater difficulty when learning to pronounce words and phrases in French. </p>
<p><strong>2. Different Verb Usage.</strong> In Haitian Creole,<a href="https://www.howtocreole.com/2015/02/how-to-conjugate-verbs-in-haitian-creole.html"> verbs stay the same</a> regardless of the person or object you are referring to.</p>
<p>French, on the other hand, has more complex verbs that can significally change in spelling and pronunciation depending on who or what you are referring to.</p>
<p><strong>3. Different Origins.</strong> French primarily came from latin, gallic and frankish languages in Europe.</p>
<p>Haitian Creole, on the other hand, didn't just come from French, but also from west African languages — and to a leser extent — the language of the taino indigenous people who inhabited Hispaniola.</p>
<p>This difference in orgins is a major reason why Haitian Creole and French sound different from each other. </p>
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Don't Assume French and Haitian People Understand Each Other
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<p> The differences mentioned above are so significant that a native French speaker may not understand someone speaking Haitian Creole. Likewise, someone who natively speaks Haitian Creole may not understand someone speaking French. </p>
<p> This is why Haitians who need language assistance are often provided a Haitian Creole interpreter in professional settings. </p>
<p> The point is this: Haitian Creole and French are indeed similar. But, Haitian Creole is not simplified French nor is it just French spoken with a different accent. It is a distinct language with its own identity. </p>
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Tèt chaje !
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>Use this expression when you are <b>reacting</b> to or <strong>describing</strong> something that is shocking, overwehelming or just too much bear in mind.</p>
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<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Head full!</p>
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<h2>Example 1 - React</h2>
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<p><strong>Tèt chaje!</strong> Ou depanse tout kòb sa a nan sirèt?</p>
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<p><strong>No way!</strong> You spent all this money on candy? </p>
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<h2>Example 2 - Describe</h2>
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<p>Se <strong>tèt chaje</strong> nèt ki deyò a! M ap rete lakay pito.</p>
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<p>It's total <strong>craziness</strong> that's out there! I am staying home instead.</p>
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<h2>Does Tèt Chaje Have a Specific Meaning?</h2>
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<p>No, the saying <strong>tèt chaje</strong> does not have a specific meaning.</p>
<p>You can freely choose what you want it to mean depending on what you are talking about. </p>
<p>For example, as a <strong>reaction</strong>, it can mean, <i>Unreal!</i> <i>Oh no</i>! <i>No way!</i> <i>Oh my word!</i> It's up to you to decide. </p>
<p>As a <strong>description</strong>, it can mean perplexed, stressed, overwhelmed, craziness, appalling, etc. Again, it's up to you decide.</p>
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Men anpil chay pa lou
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>A way of saying work is easier when people work together.</p>
<p>It corresponds to the English saying, <strong>many hands make light work.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> Many hands make light work !</p>
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<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Hands many load not heavy !</p>
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<h2>Example 1</h2>
<p>Mwen bezwen yon gwoup moun ki ka ede m netwaye izin sa a. Dayè, <strong>Men anpil chay pa lou!</strong></p>
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<p>I need a group of people who can help me clean this factory. After all, <strong>Many hands make light work! </strong> </p>
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<h2>Example 2</h2>
<p>Omwen yon moun dwe ede m. <strong>Men anpil chay pa lou</strong> pa vre?</p>
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<p>At least one person should help me. <strong>Many hands make light work</strong> Right?</p>
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<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
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<p>The saying <b>Men anpil chay pa lou</b> doesn't only mean working together to carry a heavy object.</p>
<p>As shown in the examples above, you can use it any time to make the point that a job is done more effectively when there is teamwork.</p>
<p>Thus, consider using this saying when you are working on a project with someone who speaks Haitian Creole.</p>
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Maladi kache pa gen remèd
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p> It means there's no cure for someone who hides his or her illness from everyone. </p>
<p> It stresses the dangers of keeping an illness secret instead of consulting others and seeking treatment.</p>
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<p><strong>Translation:</strong> A hidden sickness does not have a cure!</p>
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<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> Sickeness hidden does not have cure!</p>
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<h2>Example 1</h2>
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<p>Apa w ou pa t janm di doktè a ou gen kansè? <strong>Maladi kache pa gen remèd!</strong></p>
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<p>Unbelievable! You never told the doctor you have cancer? <strong>There's no cure for a hidden disease!</strong> </p>
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<h2>Example 2</h2>
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<p>Cheri, ou te sipoze fè m konnen ou pa santi w byen. <strong>Maladi kache pa gen remèd.</strong> Ou pa ka refè poukont ou.</p>
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<p>Honey, you were supposed to tell me you were not feeling well. <strong>A hidden disease has no cure.</strong> You can't get well on your own.</p>
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<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
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<p>You can also use this saying for someone who keeps secret a mental illness, troubled conscience or a negative trait. </p>
<p>Therefore, this expression is not limited to just physical illnesses. </p>
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W ap konn Jòj !
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<p>A frank way of saying someone will find out the hard way. </p>
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<p><strong>Literal Meaning:</strong> You will know Georges! </p>
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<h2>Example 1</h2>
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<p>Ou pa panse polis la ap ba w tikè si w fè vitès? <strong>W ap konn Jòj !</strong></p>
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<p>You don't think the police will give you a ticket for speeding? <strong>You will find out for yourself !</strong> </p>
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<h2>Example 2</h2>
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<p>Li te ale kont rekòmandasyon doktè a. <strong></strong>Ebyen, <strong>l ap konn Jòj !</strong></p>
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<p>She went against the doctor's recommendations. Well, <strong>she will find out soon enough what will happen !</strong></p>
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<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
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<p>There are several ideas about where this saying came from. One of them is that it is based on a wicked chieftain named Georges who resided in Port-au-Prince, the capital of Haiti.</p>
<p>Someone who behaved badly would therefore find out the hard way what Georges had in store for him. </p>
<p>Another supposed origin is based on Hurricane Georges that struck Haiti in 1998. Those who poorly prepared for the storm would find out the hard way. </p>
<p>Hence, because of such events and characters based on the name Georges, the saying <strong>w ap konn Jòj"</strong> developed overtime.</p>
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Bogota
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<h2>Meaning</h2>
<p>A name you give to any vehicle that looks horrible or breaks down easily.</p>
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<h2>Example 1</h2>
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<p>Tanpri pa achte vye <strong>bogota</strong> sa a!</p>
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<p>Please don't buy this <strong>worthless, broken down vehicle</strong>. </p>
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<h2>Example 2</h2>
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<p>M pa sezi <strong>bogota</strong> sa a anpàn.</p>
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<p>I am not surprised this <strong>junk car</strong> broke down.</p>
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<h2>Fun Facts</h2>
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<p>The saying <b>bogota </b>is likely derived from the Creole word <b>bogi </b>(bogus in English), which means fake or not genuine.</p>
<p>In Haiti, used cars are common and the reliability of a car is taken seriously.</p>
<p>As such, when a car horribly fails to meet those expectations, it is considered a bogus — a <strong>bogota</strong>.</p>
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How to Use Apa Correctly
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What You Will Learn
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The Creole word <strong>apa</strong> brings meaning and excitement when you are expressing yourself in Haitian Creole.
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Therefore, you will sound like more native speaker, and native haitians will be intrigued when you use it.
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This lesson shows how you can effectively use the Creole word <strong>apa</strong>.
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When You Can Say Apa
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<strong>1. </strong>Use <strong>apa</strong> at the <strong>beginning</strong> of a <strong>sentence or question</strong> to show a deep feeling of surprise, excitement or suddenness.
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Examples of How to Use Apa
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<strong>1.</strong> Using <strong>apa</strong> to show excitement
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<strong> <span style="color: #16a765;"></span></strong> <strong><span style="color: #16a765;">Apa</span></strong> ou jwenn li! → You found it<strong><span style="color: #16a765;">!!</span></strong>
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<strong>2.</strong> Using <strong>apa</strong> to show concern or suprise
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<strong> <span style="color: #16a765;"></span></strong> <strong><span style="color: #16a765;">Apa</span></strong> w ap kriye toujou!? → You're still crying<strong><span style="color: #16a765;">!?</span></strong>
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<strong>3.</strong> Using <strong>apa</strong> to show surprise or suddenness
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<strong> <span style="color: #16a765;"></span></strong> <strong><span style="color: #16a765;">Apa</span></strong> l ap fè lapli! → It's raining<strong><span style="color: #16a765;">!</span></strong>
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So, What is the Meaning of Apa?
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The Creole word <strong>apa</strong> doesn't have a specific meaning — you choose what you want it to mean.
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It can mean anything you want such as wow! what! huh! oh! look! why? and the list goes on.
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As long as you use it at the begining of a sentence or question to show strong feeling of surprise, excitement, suddenness, or concern, you are all set!
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How to Use Interjections
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Why You Must Learn Haitian Creole Interjections
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<li>An interjection is simply a word or expression that shows sudden, strong feelings. Common examples of interjections are wow! ouch! yikes! and so on.</li>
<li>Emotions, sentiments and sensations breathe life into a language -- and Haitian Creole is no different. </li>
<li>Therefore, by knowing the interjections in Creole and when to use them, it will be much easier for you to bond with Haitians. </li>
<li>For example, using an outlandish interjection like <strong><em>anmwe!</em></strong> when speaking to a Haitian may move him to say to himself "Wow! This guy speaks Creole like a Haitian." </li>
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<em>Tip: Be Bold and Dramatic!</em>
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<li> Don't hold back your emotions when using interjections. The more you put heart into it, the more natural it will feel. </li>
<li> The native speakers will be dazzled by your heartfelt efforts as they see you express yourself in their mother tongue. </li>
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To Express Surprise, Shock (Flexible Usage)
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<li> Like English, there are different ways of using many of the interjections in Creole. For example, you can use the English interjection oh man! to express disappointment, amazement, annoyance, etc.</li>
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The same applies to these nine Creole interjections below.
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<li><strong>1.</strong> Kèt! - Wow! Man! </li>
<li><strong>2.</strong> Mezanmi - wow!</li>
<li><strong>3.</strong> Gadon Koze! - Oh my word!</li>
<li><strong>4.</strong> Mesye! - Oh man! </li>
<li><strong>5.</strong> O! - wow!* [2] </li>
<li><strong>6.</strong> O! O! - wow!* [2] </li>
<li><strong>7.</strong> Koumanman - Whoa! </li>
<li><strong>8.</strong> Rete! - Hold on! Hold that thought!* </li>
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Some Things to Keep Mind
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1. As already mentioned, the interjections above are flexible. For example, you can use <em>kèt</em> to express shock or in a sad or happy way.
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2. You can use <em>o!</em> and <em>o! o!</em> interchangeably. But, it may be easier to prove the point by saying <em>o! o!</em>
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To Express Amazement
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<li><strong>1.</strong> Trè byen! - Very well! </li>
<li><strong>2.</strong> Bon bagay! - Wow! Great stuff! </li>
<li><strong>3.</strong> Wipip! - Wow! Looking good! </li>
<li><strong>4.</strong> Wololoy! - Whoaaa! </li>
<li><strong>5.</strong> Palemwadsa - Wow! Impressive </li>
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To Express Fear, Shock or Pain
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<li><strong>1.</strong> Woy! - Yikes! </li>
<li><strong>2.</strong> Wouy! - Oh no! </li>
<li><strong>3.</strong> Wouch! - Ouch! </li>
<li><strong>4.</strong> Anmwe! - Ahhh! </li>
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To Express Pity or Sadness
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<li><strong>1.</strong> Ala tris - How sad!!</li>
<li><strong>2.</strong> Elas! - Alas!</li>
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To Express Irritation, Frustration, etc.
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<li><strong>1.</strong> Ayayay! - Aargh! </li>
<li><strong>2.</strong> Tètchaje! - Overwhelming!</li>
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To Express Apathy or Lack of Concern
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<li><strong>1.</strong> Sa pa regade m! - This doesn't concern me! </li>
<li><strong>2.</strong> Kite mele m! Why should I care!</li>
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How to Say Ordinal Numbers
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What You Will Learn
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You will learn how to say ordinal numbers such as <strong>first</strong>, <strong>second</strong>, <strong>third</strong>, etc. in Haitian Creole
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Please see our lesson on <strong><a href="https://www.howtocreole.com/2015/04/count-numbers-haitian-creole-0-100.html">counting numbers in Haitian Creole</a></strong> if you haven't done so already.
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<strong>Here are the patterns you need to pay attention to:</strong>
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<strong>1.</strong> The <strong>first</strong> ordinal number <strong>premye</strong> occurs only once and does not repeat in patterns.
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Every first number after that end as <strong>-entyèm</strong>.
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<strong>2.</strong> Second through ninth repeats in patterns (except in the 70s and 90s).
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<strong>3.</strong> 10th through 19th only repeats in the 70s and 90s.
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<strong>4.</strong> Every tenth number ends as <strong>-tyèm</strong> (except for 70<sup>th</sup> and 90<sup>th</sup>).
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1 - Saying the 'First' Ordinal Number
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Key Points
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<strong>1.</strong> <strong>Premye</strong> is the Creole ordinal number for <strong>first</strong>. It occurs only once.
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<strong>2.</strong> Every first ordinal number from 2<u>1st</u> and on such as 3<u>1st</u> , 4<u>1st</u> and 5<u>1st</u> end as <strong>-entyèm</strong>.
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<strong>3.</strong> The only exceptions are 71st and 91st. They end as <strong>-onzyèm</strong>.
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2 - Saying Second Through Ninth
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Key Points
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<strong>1.</strong> Ordinal numbers second through ninth repeats in patterns.
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<strong>2.</strong> The only times they don't repeat are are <strong>10-19th</strong>, <strong>70-79th</strong>, and <strong>90-99th</strong>.
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3 - 10th through 19th Pattern
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Key Points
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<li>
<strong>1.</strong> 10th to 19th repeats from <strong>70th to 79th</strong> and from <strong>90th to 99th</strong>.
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4 - Every Tenth Number
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Key Points
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<li>
<strong>1.</strong> Every tenth number from 20th and up ends as <strong>-tyèm</strong>.
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<strong>2.</strong> The only exceptions to this are <strong>70th</strong> and <strong>90th</strong>.
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</style>Judersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16687397159011447999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5047549531016105500.post-50152824237695688862018-12-28T02:49:00.012-08:002023-09-27T03:50:26.447-07:00How to Say "To Give" in Haitian Creole
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<a class="intermediate" href="https://www.howtocreole.com/p/intermediate-haitian-creole-lessons.html">Intermediate Lesson</a>
<section class="lesson-intro">
<h2>
What You Will Learn
</h2>
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<p>
The Creole verb <strong>bay</strong> means to give. Unlike most verbs in Haitian Creole, the verb <strong>bay</strong> changes depending on the situation.
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<p>
Here's what you need to know to use <strong>bay</strong> correctly:
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<p><strong>1.</strong> Say <strong>ban mwen</strong> to say <strong>give me</strong>.</p>
<p>Say <strong>ban nou</strong> to say <strong>give us</strong>.</p>
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<p>
<strong>2.</strong> Say <strong>ba ou</strong> to say <strong>give you</strong>.
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<p>
<strong>3.</strong> Say <strong>bay li</strong> or <strong>ba li</strong> to say <strong>give him, give her or give it</strong>.
<p><strong>4.</strong> Say <strong>bay yo</strong> or <strong>ba yo</strong> to say <strong>give them</strong>.</p>
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<h2>
1 - Give Me and Give Us
</h2>
<ul class="keypoints">
<li>Say <strong>ban mwen</strong> to say <strong>give me</strong>.</li>
<li>Say <strong>ban nou</strong> to say <strong>give us</strong>.</li>
<li>
You can also contract <strong>ban mwen</strong> as <strong>ban m</strong> and <strong>ban nou</strong> as <strong>ban n</strong>.
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<img class="lesson-image" alt="Give me is ban mwen and ban nou is give us in Haitian Creole." src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioxmUFf7pcfRkeSgV9gqlnrXledT42Ow560N3uriAIP1cjTvzmdurP3iSPSc9qJHkt2zYORnFNI-7yME53FBUnI29B-erI2ve0phhk7o1vOEBTf4uHJNpOHHTEnRP0yE5v_c_Ia2ZcBgUb3Cj_idPD0wjDgyYMFRhwRf6s_azc3mO1FAG2Cacu9g8ILDg/s2664/Ban%20mwen%20Ban%20m%20Haitian%20Creole.jpg" />
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<h2>Example</h2>
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<strong>Give me</strong> a box of chocolate.
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<p>
<strong>Ban mwen</strong> yon bwat chokola.
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<p>
<strong>Ban m</strong> yon bwat chokola.
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<section class="lesson-examples">
<h2>
2 - Give You
</h2>
<ul class="keypoints">
<li>
Say <strong>ba ou</strong> to say <strong>give you</strong>.
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<img class="lesson-image" alt="Say ba ou when you want to say give you in Haitian Creole." src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGq76miZGdxfbLb6M2jD40YDq1GZyBpYe0FnIEiCPHOu7GTz8qpeA7GEyYFg2fhdI71A84NtWjmRHZcLgSc1a_R2-TWw-wCgYQUcohOYQBJN54ekUxhEYTDlisWJ1Kq5CAlg8Z-CoSNR9HRilJvNodtAAeV1M31_EKeABGAmXi0bJMtpSljN6Sm5afBXY/s2664/GIve%20you%20Haitian%20Creole%20Ba%20Verb.jpg" />
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<h2>Example</h2>
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I will<strong> give you</strong> a box of chocolate.
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<p>
M ap <strong>ba ou</strong> yon bwat chokola
</p>
<p>
M ap <strong>ba w</strong> yon bwat chokola
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<section class="lesson-examples">
<h2>
3 - Give Him, Give Her and Give it
</h2>
<ul class="keypoints">
<li>Say <strong>bay li</strong> or <strong>ba li</strong> to say <strong>give him, give her or give it</strong>.</li>
<li>
You can also contract <strong>bay li</strong> as <strong>ba l</strong>.
</li>
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<img class="lesson-image" alt="Say bay li or ba li when you want to say give it, give him or give her in Haitian Creole." src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8I3KHH4c25YlxJmg9opItOrEU1AGppqoOMydzSigtZA2WhIb-gelXFjl9F4j72cPhbv8g1xfbvQcRknD391z6_dNyDXRi0vpGZlBhyphenhyphen9SbMsedAdqMlMi8EedranSHtrSmyRZ0nT7um09UZ69znRUKYeOfeGcsV68mTI3vN1E-Is02BWYcg1ox9sQKAq4/s2664/Bay%20li%20give%20him%20her%20haitian%20creole.jpg" />
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<h2>Example 1</h2>
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He will <strong>give her</strong> a box of chocolate.
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<p>
Li pral <strong>bay</strong> li yon bwat chokola
</p>
<p>
Li pral <strong>ba</strong> li yon bwat chokola
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<h2>Example 2</h2>
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<strong>Give Roseline</strong> a box of chocolate.
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<p>
<strong>Bay</strong> Roseline yon bwat chokola
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<p>
<strong>Ba</strong> Roseline yon bwat chokola
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<section class="lesson-examples">
<h2>
4 - Give them
</h2>
<ul class="keypoints">
<li>
Say <strong>bay yo</strong> or <strong>ba yo</strong> to say <strong>give them.</strong>
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<li>
Again, you can also contract <strong>bay li</strong> as <strong>ba l</strong>.
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<img class="lesson-image" alt="Say bay yo or ba yo in times you want to say give them Haitian Creole." src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsG_lMnduQpg2qViFamcMaq-_ANLNwK-nA3FauVpQfYaidMC4dIDlLUIf1qtylWC6GXBADv7PyUGjq64cJIc0dRT6_mlNj_mzXqN1919wQDgKyKQSAHHPr9nQr2zKEnZ1GKcxsPf3Piulzn7Iq4S2mktWbfcqysX6owQkHFO7rsjInfBe3snDhG7x4R5o/s2664/Bay%20yo%20give%20them%20haitiian%20creole.jpg" />
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<h2>Example 1</h2>
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<p>He said to <strong>give them</strong> chocolate.</p>
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<p>
Li te di pou m <strong>bay yo</strong> chokola.
</p>
<p>
Li te di pou m <strong>ba yo</strong> chokola.
</p>
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<h2>Example 2 </h2>
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<p>He told me to <strong>give the kids</strong> chocolate</p>
<hr />
<p>
Li te di m <strong>bay timoun yo</strong> chokola.
</p>
<p>
Li te di m <strong>ba timoun yo</strong> chokola.
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