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