How to say “Good night” in Haitian Creole
The most common way to say “good night” in Haitian Creole. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Bonswa
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Haitian Creole
Bonswa, Kijan ou ye?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Haitian Creole?
"Good night" in Haitian Creole is "Bonswa". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Bonswa" written in Haitian Creole?
"Bonswa" is the standard written form in Haitian Creole, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Bonswa" in Haitian Creole?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Bonswa" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Bonswa" mean in English?
"Bonswa" is the Haitian Creole way of saying "Good night" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Good night" in Haitian Creole?
Many languages — including Haitian Creole — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Bonswa" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Haitian Creole spoken?
Haitian Creole is spoken by an estimated 12 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Haitian Creole dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Haitian Creole dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Bonswa" or any other Haitian Creole text.