How to say “My name is…” in Lingala
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Lingala. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Nkombo na ngai ezali…
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English
Hello, my name is…
Lingala
Mbote, Nkombo na ngai ezali…
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How do you say "My name is…" in Lingala?
"My name is…" in Lingala is "Nkombo na ngai ezali…". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Nkombo na ngai ezali…" written in Lingala?
"Nkombo na ngai ezali…" is the standard written form in Lingala, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Nkombo na ngai ezali…" in Lingala?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Nkombo na ngai ezali…" 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 "Nkombo na ngai ezali…" mean in English?
"Nkombo na ngai ezali…" is the Lingala 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 Lingala?
Many languages — including Lingala — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Nkombo na ngai ezali…" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Lingala spoken?
Lingala is spoken by an estimated 10 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Lingala dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Lingala dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Nkombo na ngai ezali…" or any other Lingala text.