How to Say “Poop” in Yoruba

By Tayla Jessica • Updated October 2, 2026

ìgbẹ́

ìgbẹ́ is the Yoruba word for poop.

This noun is used to refer to feces.

Meaning: feces (noun)

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The word ìgbẹ́ is used in certain traditional Yoruba idioms to describe something useless or of very low value.
Because Yoruba is a tonal language, changing the tone of ìgbẹ́ can completely change the meaning of the word, potentially turning it into a different noun entirely.
Yoruba has several specific words for feces depending on the consistency or the animal producing it, whereas ìgbẹ́ is the general term.

Examples in context

Mo rí ìgbẹ́ ní ojú ọ̀nà.
I saw poop on the road.
Ẹ má ṣe tẹ ìgbẹ́.
Do not step on the poop.

Example conversation

Babatunde and Yejide are cleaning up after a pet.

Yejide

Babatunde, wo ìgbẹ́ ajá yìí!
Babatunde, look at this dog poop!
Babatunde

Mo rí i, inú mi bà jẹ́.
I see it, I am disgusted.
Yejide

Ṣe jòò, gbà ìgbẹ́ yẹn kúrò níbí.
Please, remove that poop from here.
Babatunde

Má ṣe pòrọ̀, màá ṣe é ní báyìí.
Don't worry, I will do it now.

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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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