How to say “How are you?” in Tswana
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Tswana. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
O tsogile jang?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Tswana
Dumela, O tsogile jang?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Tswana?
"How are you?" in Tswana is "O tsogile jang?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "O tsogile jang?" written in Tswana?
"O tsogile jang?" is the standard written form in Tswana, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "O tsogile jang?" in Tswana?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "O tsogile jang?" 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 "O tsogile jang?" mean in English?
"O tsogile jang?" is the Tswana 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 Tswana?
Many languages — including Tswana — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "O tsogile jang?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Tswana spoken?
Tswana is spoken by an estimated 8 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Tswana dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Tswana dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "O tsogile jang?" or any other Tswana text.