How to say “Thank you” in Southern Sotho
The most common way to say “thank you” in Southern Sotho. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Kea leboha
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How do you say "Thank you" in Southern Sotho?
"Thank you" in Southern Sotho is "Kea leboha". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Kea leboha" written in Southern Sotho?
"Kea leboha" is the standard written form in Southern Sotho, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Kea leboha" in Southern Sotho?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Kea leboha" 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 "Kea leboha" mean in English?
"Kea leboha" is the Southern Sotho way of saying "Thank you" 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 "Thank you" in Southern Sotho?
Many languages — including Southern Sotho — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Kea leboha" 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 "Kea leboha" or any other Southern Sotho text.