The Kwéyòl word bay which is pronounced like the English words(buy, bye) has several meanings. It is mostly used as a verb meaning "To give."
Example :
1) Bay Annette wòb wouj-la. - Give Annette the red dress.
2) Nou té bay zwézo-a mayi. - We gave the bird corn.
The Kwéyòl word bay is also used as a preposition meaning for, to, or on behalf of
Example:
1) Mwen ka kwit sa bay Mohan - I am cooking that for Mohan.
2) Ès nou té ka palé bay zòt, non! - Were we talking to you(all), no!
3) Mwen ka'alé achté chapo-a bay ti-fi ou. - I am going to buy the hat for your daughter.
Example :
1) Bay Annette wòb wouj-la. - Give Annette the red dress.
2) Nou té bay zwézo-a mayi. - We gave the bird corn.
The Kwéyòl word bay is also used as a preposition meaning for, to, or on behalf of
Example:
1) Mwen ka kwit sa bay Mohan - I am cooking that for Mohan.
2) Ès nou té ka palé bay zòt, non! - Were we talking to you(all), no!
3) Mwen ka'alé achté chapo-a bay ti-fi ou. - I am going to buy the hat for your daughter.
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