How to say “Good night” in Tswana
The most common way to say “good night” in Tswana. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Robala sentle
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Tswana
Robala sentle, O tsogile jang?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Tswana?
"Good night" in Tswana is "Robala sentle". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Robala sentle" written in Tswana?
"Robala sentle" is the standard written form in Tswana, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Robala sentle" in Tswana?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Robala sentle" 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 "Robala sentle" mean in English?
"Robala sentle" is the Tswana 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 Tswana?
Many languages — including Tswana — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Robala sentle" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Tswana spoken?
Tswana is spoken by an estimated 8 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Tswana dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Tswana dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Robala sentle" or any other Tswana text.