How to say “Good night” in Wolof
The most common way to say “good night” in Wolof. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Guddi jamm
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Wolof
Guddi jamm, Nanga def?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Wolof?
"Good night" in Wolof is "Guddi jamm". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Guddi jamm" written in Wolof?
"Guddi jamm" is the standard written form in Wolof, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Guddi jamm" in Wolof?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Guddi jamm" 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 "Guddi jamm" mean in English?
"Guddi jamm" is the Wolof 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 Wolof?
Many languages — including Wolof — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Guddi jamm" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Wolof spoken?
Wolof is spoken by an estimated 5 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Wolof dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Wolof dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Guddi jamm" or any other Wolof text.