How to say “My name is…” in Southern Sotho
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Southern Sotho. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Lebitso la ka ke…
In a sentence
English
Hello, my name is…
Southern Sotho
Dumela, Lebitso la ka ke…
Frequently asked
How do you say "My name is…" in Southern Sotho?
"My name is…" in Southern Sotho is "Lebitso la ka ke…". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Lebitso la ka ke…" written in Southern Sotho?
"Lebitso la ka ke…" is the standard written form in Southern Sotho, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Lebitso la ka ke…" in Southern Sotho?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Lebitso la ka ke…" 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 "Lebitso la ka ke…" mean in English?
"Lebitso la ka ke…" is the Southern Sotho 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 Southern Sotho?
Many languages — including Southern Sotho — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Lebitso la ka ke…" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Southern Sotho spoken?
Southern Sotho is spoken by an estimated 4 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Southern Sotho dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Southern Sotho dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Lebitso la ka ke…" or any other Southern Sotho text.