How to say “Good night” in Tokipona
The most common way to say “good night” in Tokipona. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
lape pona
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Tokipona
lape pona, sina pilin seme?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Tokipona?
"Good night" in Tokipona is "lape pona". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "lape pona" written in Tokipona?
"lape pona" is the standard written form in Tokipona, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "lape pona" in Tokipona?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "lape pona" 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 "lape pona" mean in English?
"lape pona" is the Tokipona 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 Tokipona?
Many languages — including Tokipona — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "lape pona" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Tokipona spoken?
Tokipona is spoken by an estimated 1,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Tokipona dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Tokipona dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "lape pona" or any other Tokipona text.