Nanga def ?
How are you?
A little Wolof
First encounters begin with a word.
A pocket companion for greetings, questions and conversation, with French and English meanings.
Start simply.
A greeting, a thank-you, a question. Written forms and usage can vary; these first documentary notes await local language review before audio is added.
33 entries
Maangi fi rekk.
I am fine.
Salaam aleekum.
Hello / peace be upon you.
Maa ngi tudd…
My name is…
Jërëjëf.
Thank you.
Baal ma.
Excuse me / sorry.
Waaw.
Yes.
Déedéet.
No.
Su la neexee.
Please.
Ana… ?
Where is…?
Dégguma.
I do not understand.
Lii lan la ?
What is this?
Ndékki
Breakfast
Añ
Lunch
Reer
Dinner
Dama bëgg lii.
I would like this.
Ana… ?
Where is…? (show your destination)
Ñaata la ?
How much? (confirm the complete ride)
Ñaata la ?
How much does it cost?
Dama bëgg jënd…
I would like to buy…
Am nga… ?
Do you have…?
Dama bëgg lii.
I would like this.
Dimbalil ma !
Help me!
benn
One
ñaar
Two
ñett
Three
ñeent
Four
juróom
Five
juróom-benn
Six
juróom-ñaar
Seven
juróom-ñett
Eight
juróom-ñeent
Nine
fukk
Ten
At the market and in a taxi
Confirm the total price in digits. For an emergency or allergy, seek reliable language assistance: a few words cannot convey every detail.
Sources checked 7 September 2026 · local review pending.
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