How to Say “You Look Good” in Luo

By Diane Patricia • Updated October 4, 2026

ihero

The Luo phrase for "you look good" is ihero.

ihero is a compliment used to tell someone that they are attractive or well-dressed.

Did you know?

While ihero is a general compliment, Luo has specific, different terms for beauty depending on whether one is praising a person's physical features or their moral character.
In certain Luo-speaking contexts, a compliment on appearance might be met with a humble deflection to avoid the appearance of vanity.

Example conversation

Okoth and Akinyi meet at a wedding.

Okoth

Akinyi, ihero matek kawuono!
Akinyi, you look very good today!
Akinyi

Erokamano, Okoth. Kod ihero itona?
Thank you, Okoth. And do I look good to you?
Okoth

Ee, ihero maber ahinya.
Yes, you look very wonderful.
Akinyi

Erokamano koda wechego.
Thank you for the words.

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About The Author

Diane Patricia

Jambo! I'm your friendly Swahili language guide, Diane. In my spare time, I love cycling around the neighborhood which inspired the "Bicycle in Swahili" guide. I'm obsessed with languages and I find joy in teaching others how to navigate their way around Swahili. I write comprehensive guides to help you say anything in Swahili, whether it's "Very Good" or "Help". I aim to make your experience saying "Kwa heri" (Goodbye) as fun as saying "Habari za Siku?" (How has your day been?). I also adore my mbwa (dog). Learning Swahili has never been easier! I also write about Luo, spoken around Lake Victoria, sharing how everyday words are said in it. Karibu sana (You are very welcome)!

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