Ehihie ọma
Ehihie ọma is the Igbo phrase for good afternoon.
This phrase is used as a greeting specifically during the afternoon hours.
Meaning: greeting said in the afternoon (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of Ehihie, meaning afternoon and ọma, meaning good or well.
Did you know?
- Igbo is a tonal language, meaning that changing the pitch of the vowels in Ehihie ọma could potentially change the meaning of the words entirely.
- In many Igbo communities, a verbal greeting like Ehihie ọma is often accompanied by a slight nod or a gesture of respect toward elders to show social deference.
- While Ehihie ọma is grammatically correct, in many parts of Igboland, people may simply say 'Nnọọ' or 'Dalu' as a multipurpose greeting or acknowledgment during the day.
Examples in context
- Ehihie ọma, nne.Good afternoon, mother.
- Nna, ehihie ọma.Father, good afternoon.
Example conversation
Emeka and Nneka meet on the street during the day.
- EmekaEhihie ọma, Nneka.Good afternoon, Nneka.
- NnekaEhihie ọma, Emeka.Good afternoon, Emeka.
- EmekaKedu ka ị mere?How are you doing?
- NnekaỌ dị m mma, daalụ.I am fine, thank you.
