ó dárọ̀
ó dárọ̀ is the Yoruba way to say goodnight.
ó dárọ̀ is the standard phrase used to wish someone a good night's sleep or to say goodbye when parting ways during the night.
What does it mean word for word?
While the phrase is used to mean 'goodnight', its literal meaning refers to the arrival of the morning.
Did you know?
- In traditional Yoruba settings, the 'goodnight' greeting might be extended into a short prayer or a wish for protection from the spirits of the night.
- When saying ó dárọ̀ to an elder, it is customary to accompany the phrase with a slight bow or a nod of the head to show respect.
- Yoruba is a tonal language, meaning the pitch of the words in ó dárọ̀ can change the meaning entirely if spoken incorrectly.
Examples in context
- Ó dárọ̀, ọ̀rẹ́ mi.Goodnight, my friend.
Example conversation
Olumide and Titi are leaving a small gathering late at night.
- OlumideTiti, ó dárọ̀ fún ẹ.Titi, goodnight to you.
- TitiÓ dárọ̀, Olumide.Goodnight, Olumide.
- OlumideṢé o máa lọ sùn báyí?Are you going to sleep now?
- TitiBẹ́ẹ̀ ni, ó dárọ̀.Yes, goodnight.
