Saying Goodnight in Solomon Islands Pijin

Common Phrases

Solomon Islands Pijin (the lingua franca) uses several goodnight expressions:

• Gudnaet / Gud nait – Standard “Good night.”
• Moli binosi – “Good night” (more traditional).
• Moli bona / Moli bona be – “Good night” / “Good night all.”
• Moli bona be evriwan – “Good night everyone.”

Usage Notes

"Gudnaet" is universally understood. The Moli- forms are more common in rural areas and among older speakers. English "Good night" is also widely used, especially in urban centers like Honiara.