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