How to say “Good night” in Lingala
The most common way to say “good night” in Lingala. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Butu malamu
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Lingala
Butu malamu, Ozali ndenge nini?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Lingala?
"Good night" in Lingala is "Butu malamu". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Butu malamu" written in Lingala?
"Butu malamu" is the standard written form in Lingala, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Butu malamu" in Lingala?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Butu malamu" 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 "Butu malamu" mean in English?
"Butu malamu" is the Lingala 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 Lingala?
Many languages — including Lingala — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Butu malamu" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Lingala spoken?
Lingala is spoken by an estimated 10 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Lingala dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Lingala dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Butu malamu" or any other Lingala text.