Eheni
The English word "yes" is translated into Edo as Eheni.
Eheni is used as a particle to indicate agreement or acceptance.
Meaning: word used to indicate agreement or acceptance (particle)
Did you know?
- Edo has a unique way of expressing 'yes' when answering a negative question. Instead of a simple Eheni, the response must logically contradict the negative premise of the question.
- Because Edo is a tonal language, a slight change in the pitch of the syllables in Eheni can sometimes alter how the agreement is perceived by a native speaker.
- The use of Eheni can be accompanied by a slight lowering of the head or shoulders to acknowledge a command.
Examples in context
- Eheni, mọ gbe.Yes, okay.
Example conversation
Ebe asks Efosa if he is hungry.
- EbeEfosa, ọ mwhe ẹri?Efosa, are you hungry?
- EfosaEheni, I mwhe ẹri.Yes, I am hungry.
- EbeOkhuẹ ẹri ẹmwin?What do you want to eat?
- EfosaI rhiye ẹvia.I want some vegetables.
