oṣùpá
The English phrase moon is translated into Yoruba as oṣùpá.
oṣùpá refers to the natural satellite of the planet Earth.
Meaning: the natural satellite of planet Earth (noun)
Which one should you use?
While oṣùpá is the general term for a moon, Òṣùpá (capitalized) is used specifically as the proper name for the Earth's sole natural satellite.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
oṣùpá is a noun that does not change its form to indicate plurality in standard usage. To express more than one moon, you should use a number or a quantifier instead.
Did you know?
- Yoruba culture often views the moon as a feminine entity, contrasting with the sun, which is typically associated with masculinity.
- The word oṣùpá shares a linguistic root with the Yoruba word for 'month', as the lunar cycle was traditionally used to measure time.
- The word oṣùpá is often used in proverbs to signify something that is visible to all or something that reveals truth through its light.
Examples in context
- Oṣùpá tàn ní òru.The moon shines at night.
- Mo rí oṣùpá tí ó mọ́rán.I see a bright moon.
Example conversation
Olumide and Folake are looking at the night sky.
- OlumideFolake, wo oṣùpá náà!Folake, look at the moon!
- FolakeÓ rẹ́wa gan ní oòtú.It is very beautiful tonight.
- OlumideOṣùpá náà wúrà gan.The moon looks very golden.
- FolakeMo fẹ́ràn rẹ̀ gan.I like it very much.
