Krio is a Creole language derived from English and several African languages.
It is the lingua franca of Sierra Leone.
Krio's unique history as a Creole language stems from the creation of Sierra Leone's capital, Freetown, as a new home for repatriated former slaves in 1787.
Spoken by approximately 5.
5 million people, 90% of the population, Krio unites the various ethnic groups.
The only Krio dictionary and phrasebook available, this guide contains the first ever English-Krio word lists, which a.
Hippocrene Books Krio-english/english-krio dictionary & phrasebook, paperback/hanne-ruth thompson
