Janga Wolof

English Wolof French Dictionary: English to Wolof & French with French & Wolof Indexes

This dictionary provided by JangaWolof.org is a multilingual resource offering translations between English, Wolof, and French, making it ideal for learners, travelers, and anyone interested in African languages. This dictionary includes:

1. Pronunciation Guides: Detailed guides for both Wolof and French pronunciation, aiding users in correct articulation.
   
2. Essential Vocabulary: Words and phrases are organized alphabetically, covering basic to advanced terms with translations in English, Wolof, and French.
   
3. Numbers and Grammar: Guides on numbers, definite articles, verb conjugation, and sentence structure provide essential grammar insights.
   
4. Practical Phrases: Includes common phrases and sentence examples to enhance conversational skills in Wolof.

This user-friendly reference is perfect for those wanting a comprehensive introduction to Wolof and is ideal for students, travelers, and language enthusiasts.

This dictionary features over 7,000+ translations.

*** See an updated list here: Basic Wolof Phrases 2012 ***

“Expressions Ouolof Essentielles”

Na nga def. – Hello. (singular)
Na ngeen def. – Hello everybody. (plural)
Jaam nga fanane. – Good morning.
Jamm nga yendoo. – Good afternoon.
Fanaanal jaam. – Goodnight.
Ba beneen. – Goodbye.
Su la nexee. – Please.
Jai-rruh-jef. – Thank you.
Agsil. – You’re welcome. (singular)
Agsileen ak jaam. – You’re all welcome. (plural)
Baal ma. – Sorry./Pardon.
Wau. – Yes.
Deh-det. – No.
Jaam nga am? – Have you peace? (How are you?)
Jaam rek. – Peace only. (I’m fine.)
Yow nag? – And you?
Naka-nga sant? – What’s your first name?
Maa ngi tudd … . – My name is … .
Fan nga dahk? – Where do you live?
Fan nga joghe? – Where are you from? (singular)
Fan ngeen joghe? – Where are you all from? (plural)
Maa ngi joghe les USA. – I’m from the USA.
Deg nga Angale? – Do you speak English?
Deg nga Faranse? – Do you speak French?
Angale rekk laa degg. – I speak only English.
Degg naa tuuti Faranse. – I speak a little French.
Mahn deggumah Wolof. – I don’t speak Wolof.
Mahn deggumah Faranse. – I don’t speak French.
Degguma. – I don’t understand.
Dama bahggoon … . – I’d like … .
Fahn la … ? – Where is … ?
Soreh na? – Is it far?
Cha kanam. – Straight ahead.
Chammoon. – Left.
Ndeyjoor. – right.
Dugghal waay! – Get in!
Lii naata? – How much is this?
Seer na torob. – It’s too much.
May ma jaam! – Leave me alone!