WhatsApp translator for Vanuatu
Few countries have three official languages and more than a hundred local ones, which is why a WhatsApp translator in Vanuatu is more than a gimmick. This page is about reading and answering messages in Bislama, English and French, and in the languages of friends abroad.
English or French?
Schooling in Vanuatu follows either an English or a French track, so one person is often more comfortable in one language. Ask politely which they prefer, or start with a few words of Bislama. oKiKo lets you reply in either with a preview.
Bislama in messages
Bislama borrows many words from English but has its own grammar. A phrase such as "tangkyu tumas" is warmly received. When a Bislama message looks odd in translation, read the original beside it.
Island to island
Each island has its own language, and network cover varies. Give precise instructions in short messages and wait for a written confirmation before you travel.
Languages
Bislama, English and French are the three official languages. Many local languages are spoken in villages. Visitors and workers often write in English, French, Mandarin and the Pacific languages of nearby countries.
FAQ
- Does oKiKo translate Bislama?
- Bislama is among the creoles and dialects it covers, though results may need checking.
- Can I send in French to a French-speaking contact?
- Yes. Write in your language and oKiKo offers a French version to preview before sending.
- Where does the app install from?
- Directly from the website, not from a store.
WhatsApp, translated with oKiKo
oKiKo translates the WhatsApp messages you receive into your language, and sends your replies in your contact's language, with a preview before anything goes out. The original is always one tap away. It is free to start, and it is not affiliated with WhatsApp or Meta.