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How do you say Thank You in french Creole?

There are a few ways to say "thank you" in French Creole, depending on the specific dialect and level of formality:

Formal:

* Mèsi (pronounced "mer-see") - This is the most common and formal way to say "thank you" in most French Creole dialects.

Informal:

* Mèsi anpil (pronounced "mer-see ahn-peel") - This literally translates to "thank you very much" and is a more informal way to express gratitude.

* Mèsi boukou (pronounced "mer-see boo-koo") - Another informal way to say "thank you very much".

* Gras (pronounced "grahs") - This is a very casual and informal way to say "thank you". It's often used between close friends or family members.

Specific Dialects:

* Merci beaucoup (pronounced "mer-see bo-koo") - This is a more formal way of saying "thank you very much" and is common in Haitian Creole.

The best way to choose the appropriate expression is to consider the context and your relationship with the person you are speaking to.

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