isiXhosa phrases

How to say yes in isiXhosa

Yes in isiXhosa is “Ewe”. There are 4 ways to say it below, with when to use each.

Ewe

Every way to say yes in isiXhosa

Ewe

Yes

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

Ewe, molo

Yes, hello (reply)

Source: built on the pattern in Unisa Online Basic Course in Xhosa, Theme 1

Ewe, ndiyaqonda

Yes, I understand

Source: Unisa Online Basic Course in Xhosa, Theme 2: Asking for Help, Emergencies

Ewe, nditshatile

Yes, I'm married

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

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How do you say yes in isiXhosa?

“Ewe” Other ways: “Ewe, molo” (Yes, hello (reply)); “Ewe, ndiyaqonda” (Yes, I understand); “Ewe, nditshatile” (Yes, I'm married).

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