mi wayrima
The English phrase "I miss you" is translated into Fulani as mi wayrima.
This phrase is used to express the feeling of missing someone.
Meaning: I miss you (phrase)
Did you know?
- When using mi wayrima in a pastoral setting, a person might follow the expression by asking about the state of one's cattle. For many Fulani, the well-being of livestock is a proxy for the well-being of the person themselves.
- Fulani is a 'tonal' language, meaning the pitch used to say mi wayrima can change the meaning of the words entirely.
- The phrase mi wayrima is used across a vast geography, from Senegal to Sudan, though regional dialects can alter the pronunciation.
Example conversation
Oumar and Hawa are talking on the phone after a long time.
- OumarHawa, mi wayrima sanne.Hawa, I miss you very much.
- HawaMi wayrima kadi, Oumar.I miss you too, Oumar.
- OumarMbaani mbeelemi mbeele.I am really longing for you.
- HawaMide kadi, mi yottarema.Me too, I am coming.
