“Lanje” in Yoruba typically stands for “we ate” or “we have eaten.” The word is a combination of “a” (we) and “nje” (eat), indicating the action performed by the subject. Detailed Explanation and Usage 1. Referring to Past Action “Lanje” is used to describe an action that took place in the past, specifically indicating that … Read more
“Kò sí” is a Yoruba phrase that translates to “there is no” or “there isn’t” in English. It is used to indicate the absence or non-existence of something. Let’s explore its usage and examples in different contexts: Detailed Explanation of “Kò sí” 1. Indicating Absence “Kò sí” is used to indicate that something is not … Read more
“Kilofeshe” is a Yoruba phrase that translates to “What do you want to do?” or “What are you doing?” It is a combination of several components: “Kí” means “what.” “ló” is a contraction of “ni ó,” which can mean “is.” “fẹ́” means “want.” “ṣe” means “to do.” When combined, “Kilofeshe” (Kí ló fẹ́ ṣe?) directly … Read more
“Kí ló ṣẹ̀lẹ̀?” is a Yoruba phrase that translates to “What happened?” or “What is happening?” It is a common expression used to inquire about recent events or to ask about someone’s well-being. Let’s break down the components and explore its usage in various contexts: Breakdown of “Kí ló ṣẹ̀lẹ̀?” “Kí” means “what.” “ló” is … Read more
“Kílewi” is a Yoruba phrase that translates to “What is the news?” or “What is happening?” It is a combination of three parts: “Kí” means “what.” “lé” is a contracted form of “ilé,” which means “house” or “home.” “wi” means “to say” or “to speak.” When combined, “Kílewi” is asking about what is being said … Read more
“Joro” in Yoruba can be a bit more complex to define due to its usage in different contexts. In general, it does not have a standalone meaning like “iya” (mother) or “ire” (goodness). Instead, “joro” is more commonly seen as part of compound phrases or expressions. Here are a couple of contexts where you might … Read more