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4 phrases · Nigerian Pidgin with romanization, English and audio

  1. Good internet dey for here?

    Is there a good internet connection here?

    Usage

    Checking the connection at a workplace or lodging

    Grammar Note

    dey expresses 'there is'; for is the locative preposition. (Composed from common words by regular grammar; not a fixed phrase.)

  2. Wetin be di WiFi password?

    What is the Wi-Fi password?

    Usage

    When connecting at a lodging or café

    Grammar Note

    Wetin be ...? asks 'what is ...?'. (Composed from common words by regular grammar; not a fixed phrase.)

  3. Di network dey slow.

    The connection is slow.

    Usage

    Reporting a slow connection

    Grammar Note

    dey + verb marks an ongoing action or state. (Composed from common words by regular grammar; not a fixed phrase.)

  4. I wan use printer.

    I would like to use a printer.

    Usage

    When you need to print something

    Grammar Note

    wan + verb expresses "want to". (Composed from common words by regular grammar; not a fixed phrase.)

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