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How do you say hello in Nigerian pidgin?
Usually pronounced “har fa”. “How far?” is the most common way to say “hello” in Nigerian pidgin….When you are not sure how to greet somebody, it is always appropriate to say “Kóyo ”.
- Mesiere. Mesiere is the Efik/Ibibio way of greeting.
- Sannu!
- Abole.
How do you say crazy in pidgin English?
For example, “Una dey mad” in Pidgin English translates to “You people are crazy” in English.
What does Abi mean in Nigerian language?
Abi, shey or ba are slang that act sort of like punctuation. They are mostly used for confirmation after a statement, thereby turning it into a question. They are like the English “right?” E.g. “You are coming for my party, abi/shey/ba?”
What is the meaning of Monifere?
I love you so much.
How do you say goodbye in pidgin English?
Bumbai (bum-bye)
What is the origin of the Nigerian pidgin language?
Nigerian Pidgin is spoken as a lingua franca in Nigeria, a country of over 500 languages. It is an English pidgin whose vocabulary has been influenced by Portuguese and local Nigerian languages – these influences may vary depending on the region of Nigeria, as different languages predominate in different parts.
Should visitors learn Pidgin in Nigeria?
If you are a visitor, learning Pidgin could show Nigerians that while in Nigeria, you are making an effort to integrate. Mimi Werna is the author of the book Magical Rainbow River, produced after the Story Making West Africa workshop that was jointly held by the British Council, Nigeria and Saide’s African Storybook.
What is speaking pidgin?
Speaking Pidgin transforms them from visiting foreigner into one of the hundreds of well-integrated expatriates in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital. There’s a certain intimacy that this form of broken English emits; a down-to-earth, survivalist approach to everyday living and hustling in Africa’s most populous nation.
How many languages can you speak in Nigeria?
If you are visiting Nigeria, don’t be daunted by the 520 languages in our repertoire. Just remember to add a little bit of pidgin to yours and you will be fine.