isiXhosa phrases

How to say no in isiXhosa

No in isiXhosa is “Hayi”. There are 2 ways to say it below, with when to use each.

Hayi

Every way to say no in isiXhosa

Hayi

No

Source: Unisa Online Basic Course in Xhosa, Theme 1: Greetings and Courtesies

Akukho ngxaki!

No problem!

Source: Unisa Online Basic Course in Xhosa, Theme 7: Touring and Socializing

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How do you say no in isiXhosa?

“Hayi” Other ways: “Akukho ngxaki!” (No problem!).

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