isiXhosa phrases
How to say hello in isiXhosa
Hello in isiXhosa is “Molo”. There are 6 ways to say it below, with when to use each.
Molo
Every way to say hello in isiXhosa
Molo
Hello (to one person)
Used at any time of day.
Source: Unisa Online Basic Course in Xhosa, Theme 1: Greetings and Courtesies
Molweni
Hello (to more than one person)
Many speakers also use it to greet one elder, as respect.
Source: Unisa Online Basic Course in Xhosa, Theme 1: Greetings and Courtesies
Molo sisi
Hello, sister
For a young woman about your age.
Source: common usage, needs native check
Molo tata
Hello, sir (father)
Tata: respectful address for an older man.
Source: built on the pattern in Unisa Online Basic Course in Xhosa, Theme 6
Molo mama
Hello, ma'am (mother)
Mama: respectful address for an older woman.
Source: common usage, needs native check
Molo bhuti
Hello, brother
For a young man about your age.
Source: Unisa Online Basic Course in Xhosa, Theme 7: Touring and Socializing
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How do you say hello in isiXhosa?
“Molo”. Used at any time of day. Other ways: “Molweni” (Hello (to more than one person)); “Molo sisi” (Hello, sister); “Molo tata” (Hello, sir (father)).
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