How to say “My name is…” in Acholi
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Acholi. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Nyinga en…
In a sentence
English
Hello, my name is…
Acholi
Amosi, Nyinga en…
Frequently asked
How do you say "My name is…" in Acholi?
"My name is…" in Acholi is "Nyinga en…". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Nyinga en…" written in Acholi?
"Nyinga en…" is the standard written form in Acholi, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Nyinga en…" in Acholi?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Nyinga en…" 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 "Nyinga en…" mean in English?
"Nyinga en…" is the Acholi way of saying "My name is…" 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 "My name is…" in Acholi?
Many languages — including Acholi — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Nyinga en…" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Acholi spoken?
Acholi is spoken by an estimated 2 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Acholi dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Acholi dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Nyinga en…" or any other Acholi text.