How to say “My name is…” in Kikuyu
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Kikuyu. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Rĩĩtwa rĩakwa nĩ…
In a sentence
English
Hello, my name is…
Kikuyu
Wĩ mwega, Rĩĩtwa rĩakwa nĩ…
Frequently asked
How do you say "My name is…" in Kikuyu?
"My name is…" in Kikuyu is "Rĩĩtwa rĩakwa nĩ…". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Rĩĩtwa rĩakwa nĩ…" written in Kikuyu?
"Rĩĩtwa rĩakwa nĩ…" is the standard written form in Kikuyu, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Rĩĩtwa rĩakwa nĩ…" in Kikuyu?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Rĩĩtwa rĩakwa nĩ…" 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 "Rĩĩtwa rĩakwa nĩ…" mean in English?
"Rĩĩtwa rĩakwa nĩ…" is the Kikuyu 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 Kikuyu?
Many languages — including Kikuyu — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Rĩĩtwa rĩakwa nĩ…" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Kikuyu spoken?
Kikuyu is spoken by an estimated 8 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.