Igbo

The English word “yes” is translated into Igbo as eē. eē is used as a particle to indicate agreement or acceptance.

The English phrase “okay” is translated into Igbo as ọ dị mma. ọ dị mma is used to express that a situation or thing is acceptable or good.

The English phrase “my husband” is translated into Igbo as di m. This phrase is used by a married woman to refer to her male spouse.

The English phrase ‘thank god’ is expressed in Igbo as daalụ Chineke.

amen is the Igbo way to say “amen.” The term is used as an expression of strong agreement.

The English word “monkey” is translated into Igbo as enwe. enwe is a noun used to refer to the primate.

The English phrase “I will beat you” is translated into Igbo as aga m eti gi ihe.

The English phrase “in Jesus’ name” is translated into Igbo as n’aha Jisos.

In Igbo, the phrase for “I want to eat” is achọrọ m iri nri. This phrase is used to express a desire or a need to consume food.

biko is the Igbo way to say please. biko is used as an interjection to soften a request or to express a polite plea.