How to Use Apa Correctly

Advanced Lesson

What You Will Learn

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• The Creole word apa brings meaning and excitement when you are expressing yourself in Haitian Creole.
• Therefore, you will sound like more native speaker, and Haitians will be intrigued when you use it.
• This lesson shows how you can effectively use the Creole word apa.

When You Can Say Apa

Key Points

• 1. Use apa at the beginning of a sentence or question to show a deep feeling of surprise, excitement or suddenness.

Examples of How to Use Apa

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• 1. Using apa to show excitement
• Apa ou jwenn li! → You found it!!

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• 2. Using apa to show concern or suprise
• Apa w ap kriye toujou!? → You're still crying!?

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• 3. Using apa to show surprise or suddenness
• Apa l ap fè lapli! → It's raining!

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So, What is the Meaning of Apa?

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• The Creole word apa doesn't have a specific meaning — you choose what you want it to mean.
• It can mean anything you want such as wow! what! huh! oh! look! why!? and the list goes on.
• As long as you use it at the beginning of a sentence or question to show a strong feeling of surprise, excitement, suddenness, or concern, you are all set!