Yoruba

Good afternoon in Yoruba is E kaasan. E kaasan is a greeting used during the afternoon hours.

The Yoruba word for “please” is jọ̀wọ́. jọ̀wọ́ is an interjection used to make a polite request.

The Yoruba phrase for “get out” is jáde.

The English phrase “what did you say?” is translated into Yoruba as Kí lo sọ?

The English phrase “what is happening” is translated into Yoruba as kí ló ń ṣẹlẹ̀.

In Yoruba, the word for “how” is báwo. báwo is used to inquire about the manner or way in which something is done or exists.

The Yoruba phrase for “good job” is ẹ kú iṣẹ́. This phrase is used to praise someone for their efforts or to acknowledge a task that has been completed.

The English word sweetheart is translated into Yoruba as Olólùfẹ́. The term is used to describe a person who is very much liked or loved by someone.

In Yoruba, the phrase “how far” is translated as báwo ni. The phrase is used to ask about distance

The English phrase “safe journey” is expressed in Yoruba as ìrìn-àjò rere. ìrìn-àjò rere is the standard way to wish someone a safe or pleasant trip.