How to say “How are you?” in Luganda
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Luganda. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Oli otya
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Luganda
Oli otya, Oli otya
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Luganda?
"How are you?" in Luganda is "Oli otya". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Oli otya" written in Luganda?
"Oli otya" is the standard written form in Luganda, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Oli otya" in Luganda?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Oli otya" 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 "Oli otya" mean in English?
"Oli otya" is the Luganda 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 Luganda?
Many languages — including Luganda — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Oli otya" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Luganda spoken?
Luganda is spoken by an estimated 11 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Luganda dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Luganda dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Oli otya" or any other Luganda text.