how to say hello in afrikaans language
2. Say âHaaiâ or âHalloâ if you are greeting an acquaintance or a friend. You can use the informal way to say âHelloâ in Afrikaans if you know the person or are on familiar terms with the person. Many Afrikaans will greet each other with âHaaiâ or âHalloâ when they see each other on the street or in their homes.3.. Greet a stranger formally with âGoie dagâ. When you first meet someone, you should greet them formally as a sign of respect with the formal way to say âHelloâ in Afrikaans. 1  You can also offer your hand to the person and shake their hand as a formal way of greeting.