How to say “How are you?” in Bemba
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Bemba. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Muli shani?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Bemba
Shani, Muli shani?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Bemba?
"How are you?" in Bemba is "Muli shani?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Muli shani?" written in Bemba?
"Muli shani?" is the standard written form in Bemba, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Muli shani?" in Bemba?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Muli shani?" 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 "Muli shani?" mean in English?
"Muli shani?" is the Bemba way of saying "How are you?" 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 "How are you?" in Bemba?
Many languages — including Bemba — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Muli shani?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Bemba spoken?
Bemba is spoken by an estimated 3 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Bemba dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Bemba dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Muli shani?" or any other Bemba text.