How to say “I love you” in Tok Pisin
The most common way to say “i love you” in Tok Pisin. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Mi laikim yu
In a sentence
English
Hello, I love you.
Tok Pisin
Halo, Mi laikim yu
Frequently asked
How do you say "I love you" in Tok Pisin?
"I love you" in Tok Pisin is "Mi laikim yu". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Mi laikim yu" written in Tok Pisin?
"Mi laikim yu" is the standard written form in Tok Pisin, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Mi laikim yu" in Tok Pisin?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Mi laikim yu" 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 "Mi laikim yu" mean in English?
"Mi laikim yu" is the Tok Pisin 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 Tok Pisin?
Many languages — including Tok Pisin — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Mi laikim yu" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Tok Pisin spoken?
Tok Pisin is spoken by an estimated 4 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Tok Pisin dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Tok Pisin dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Mi laikim yu" or any other Tok Pisin text.