How to say “How are you?” in Lingala
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Lingala. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Ozali ndenge nini?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Lingala
Mbote, Ozali ndenge nini?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Lingala?
"How are you?" in Lingala is "Ozali ndenge nini?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Ozali ndenge nini?" written in Lingala?
"Ozali ndenge nini?" is the standard written form in Lingala, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Ozali ndenge nini?" in Lingala?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Ozali ndenge nini?" 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 "Ozali ndenge nini?" mean in English?
"Ozali ndenge nini?" is the Lingala 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 Lingala?
Many languages — including Lingala — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Ozali ndenge nini?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Lingala spoken?
Lingala is spoken by an estimated 10 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Lingala dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Lingala dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Ozali ndenge nini?" or any other Lingala text.