How to say “My name is…” in Luganda
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Luganda. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Erinnya lyange nze…
In a sentence
English
Hello, my name is…
Luganda
Oli otya, Erinnya lyange nze…
Frequently asked
How do you say "My name is…" in Luganda?
"My name is…" in Luganda is "Erinnya lyange nze…". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Erinnya lyange nze…" written in Luganda?
"Erinnya lyange nze…" is the standard written form in Luganda, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Erinnya lyange nze…" in Luganda?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Erinnya lyange nze…" 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 "Erinnya lyange nze…" mean in English?
"Erinnya lyange nze…" is the Luganda 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 Luganda?
Many languages — including Luganda — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Erinnya lyange nze…" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Luganda spoken?
Luganda is spoken by an estimated 11 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Luganda dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Luganda dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Erinnya lyange nze…" or any other Luganda text.