How to say “I love you” in Bemba
The most common way to say “i love you” in Bemba. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Nalikukontola
In a sentence
English
Hello, I love you.
Bemba
Shani, Nalikukontola
Frequently asked
How do you say "I love you" in Bemba?
"I love you" in Bemba is "Nalikukontola". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Nalikukontola" written in Bemba?
"Nalikukontola" is the standard written form in Bemba, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Nalikukontola" in Bemba?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Nalikukontola" 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 "Nalikukontola" mean in English?
"Nalikukontola" is the Bemba way of saying "I love 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 "I love you" in Bemba?
Many languages — including Bemba — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Nalikukontola" 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 "Nalikukontola" or any other Bemba text.