How to say “I love you” in Wolof
The most common way to say “i love you” in Wolof. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Dama la bëgg
In a sentence
English
Hello, I love you.
Wolof
Asalaamaalekum, Dama la bëgg
Frequently asked
How do you say "I love you" in Wolof?
"I love you" in Wolof is "Dama la bëgg". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Dama la bëgg" written in Wolof?
"Dama la bëgg" is the standard written form in Wolof, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Dama la bëgg" in Wolof?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Dama la bëgg" 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 "Dama la bëgg" mean in English?
"Dama la bëgg" is the Wolof 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 Wolof?
Many languages — including Wolof — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Dama la bëgg" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Wolof spoken?
Wolof is spoken by an estimated 5 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Wolof dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Wolof dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Dama la bëgg" or any other Wolof text.