How to Say “I Miss You” in Yoruba

By Tayla Jessica • Updated October 3, 2026

Mo nireti re

The phrase "I miss you" in Yoruba is expressed as Mo nireti re.

Meaning: I miss you (phrase)

Did you know?

The word nireti literally translates to 'hoping' or 'expecting'. In Yoruba, saying 'I miss you' is expressed as a feeling of hoping to see the person again.
The word 're' in this specific context is a pronoun, but in musical contexts, it is used as a solfège syllable for the second note of a scale.

Example conversation

Two friends talking on the phone after a long time.

Olumide

Yejide, mo nireti re.
Yejide, I miss you.
Yejide

Mo nireti re na, Olumide!
I miss you too, Olumide!
Olumide

Jeki a pade laise.
Let us meet soon.
Yejide

O da, mo nireti rẹ.
Okay, I miss you.

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries re, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Tayla Jessica

Mo n je Tayla, a lover of language and culture. When I'm not writing comprehensive guides to learning Yoruba, I escape into nature and daydream at the beach. Reading African literature, touring local markets, and cooking intercontinental dishes are just a few of my hobbies. By helping people understand Yoruba's intriguing idiomatic expressions and vibrant slang, I hope to bridge cultural gaps and promote unity. E se pupo for taking the time to read my work. My love for West African languages also led me to Fulani, and I now write guides on saying everyday words in Fulani too. Stay blessed.

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