Lesson 9: Apologizing and Sympathizing

Peace Corps Acholi Language Course

There is no particular word for "sorry" in Acholi; but depending on the situation you are in, there are various ways to apologize or sympathize.

Acholi	English
Tima kica	Forgive me.
Pe i par	Don't mind.
Gum ma rac dok do!	I am sorry for what has happened to you!
Ayaa! Lit kumeno!	Oh! So painful! (Used only for condolence.)