Vocabulary
Actions (Verbs)
Essential verbs for building useful phrases. Compare how Wolof is written in Dakar versus Banjul, then use the search bar to find the words you need right away.
Senegal
dem
Gambia
dem
I am going.
Maa ngi dem.
Maa ngi dem.
Senegal
ñëw
Gambia
ñëw
I am coming.
Maa ngi ñëw.
Maa ngi ñëw.
Senegal
lekk
Gambia
lekk
Come eat.
Kaay lekk.
Kaay lekk.
Senegal
naan
Gambia
naan
Drink water.
Naanal ndox.
Naanal ndokh.
Senegal
gis
Gambia
gis
I see it.
Gis naa ko.
Gis naa ko.
Senegal
wax
Gambia
wakh
Do you speak Wolof?
Danga wax Wolof?
Dang wakh Wolof?
Senegal
bëgg
Gambia
begg
I want it.
Bëgg naa ko.
Begg naa ko.
Related Categories
Core Words
Pronouns plus everyday basics like yes, no, please, and thank you.
Descriptors (Adjectives)
Common adjectives for describing people, places, and things.
Numbers
Learn Wolof numbers for counting money, time, and everyday items.
Family & People
Talk about your relatives, friends, and the people in your household.
Food & Drink
Essential food vocabulary for Senegalese and Gambian meals.
Time & Schedule
Words for days, hours, and talking about the moment.
Animals & Nature
Common animals you might see in Senegal and The Gambia.
Colors
Describe the world around you with basic color vocabulary.
Places & Directions
Important locations plus direction words for getting around.
Body Parts
Common body parts and anatomy.
People
Talk about people, friends, and roles in the community.