Yoruba Dictionary — Nigeria

The first letter of the Yoruba alphabet

One cannot use vegetables to cook and not expect it to spoil

Fifty

morning

riddle

Twenty-five

Cockroach

Entrance

Spiteful person

Bowl

younger sibling

Machete

Dove

a praise name for the dove

soul

Loss

A female given name

Chicken

Headscarf

Neighborhood

Prayer

Bridge

Wind / Air

betrayer

Chair

hypocrisy

Maize

Strength

farmer

hen

Neighborhood

Coconut

Clock

Anxiety

a female given name for girls born with the umbilical cord around their neck

chameleon

Dog

yoke

A male oríkì name

Necklace

jackal

Profit

organization

Interaction

Partnership

Ladder

Student

Pocket

Brave or valiant person

Timeline

time

Secretary

Stay put

Peace

Clock or watch

Chairperson

Blacksmith

A fearless person

Impatient person

Butcher

sign

Traffic sign

yesterday

Angola

Anxiety or worry

Arm

Comedian

Rock

Meeting

Bag

Box

Thunder

every morning

Brother

vindication

Expense

Culture

Power

Success

clothes

Blanket

Tray

Belt

tent

powder

Support

Lamp

Driver

Tie

Map

Society/Community

Environment

Joy or happiness

Back to square one

father

Father

Shoes

shoes

Socks

Now

Keep it casual

Belt

bed

No

Yes

To question

Starting anew

To be angry

Crown

Bracelet

Gloves

Burundi

Theatrical costume

Cook

Good/Fine

Well / Good

cheerful

to tie down

all

To Age

To stand up

Sweet or delicious

Slowly

Earring

doctor

Doctor

Doctor

black

Sweet

One who tries to save face

Welcome

Hello/Greetings

Make use of resources

Thank you

Port / Wharf

Language

Fog

Person

Love

Thousand

sibling

elder sibling

Blood

Scorpion

Snake

Department

Education

Tiger

Trousers

spirit

He who is truly careful will not fall into danger

Mouth

Scarf

Let it be said

meat

Animal

Play / Game

Flamingo

Laughter

Concept/Idea

Dry season

Leg / Foot

Blessing

Horse

Forgiveness

Fruit

Ear

Rights/Justice

Economy

Financial plan

beans

Leaf

Plant

Heat

Bird

Bird

Back

The sixth letter of the Yoruba alphabet

to pull

Scarf

Lion

flute

Window

Respond

Let the work speak

Sunglasses

Whale

Hat

Wash

Loan

Lanyard

white

Lapel pin

Light (weight)

Gambia

Ghana

Tornado

Apron

To take, receive, or accept

To forget

Barber

at full-length

Sweep

To develop/promote

To try

To hear or understand

Beetle

To be wise

Hot

Root

Cut

Tall

Storm

mother

The tenth letter of the Yoruba alphabet

Sadness

Relationship

chair

shelf

Question

Beginning

place

Sunset

table

Station

Motor park / Bus station

Bus stop / Stage

Development

Examination

Investment

Gladness

Great joy

A female given name

Endurance

love

Affection

Budget

Peace of mind

Perseverance

Suspicion

Time

Harvest season

Rainy season

Faith

Broom

Pride

Courage

Bracelet

Tree

Bottle

Cloud

Revenue

The day before yesterday

Church

Government

Chair

Irritability

Sunrise

Invitation

Pot

Dusk

Hatred

Ritual

Cloud

Procedure

House/Home

Bank

Bank

Company

Place of worship

School

Hospital

Restaurant

Health

city

Enlightenment

Technology

Philosophy

Nose

him, her, it

Brooch

Spending

Tortoise

Inside

Weekend

Fear or Panic

Help or assistance

Memory

Star

Capital

Humility

friendship

rice

Hope

Dew

Journey

Journey / Trip

Experience

Lie

evening

Pain

Season

Management

Governance

Work

Craft

Insurance

Minute

Second

womanism

Calculation

Unity

Earrings

Business

Cash flow

yam

Budget

Testimony

Spread

Enthusiasm

Satisfaction

Shame or shyness

Front

book

Certificate

West

Hummingbird

Pounded yam

Sand

Miracle

Room

Difference

Wife

bedroom

Frog

Praise

red coral beads

Extra bonus

Eat

Let it be drawn out

To verify/confirm

to eat

Sparrow

To dance

To sit down

Please

To read

To read

Know your limits

Headwrap

major

Don't take chances

Bicycle

small

Small

Frost

Ant

Before we can finish a task, we must take the necessary steps

Quickly

to warn

Lion

Kiribati

To write

Beware the traps

To participate

To sing

coronavirus

chair

a greeting used when entering a home

Yesterday

Lesotho

Beautiful

The day after tomorrow

to go

Tomorrow

Today

on/about

Sorry/Don't be angry

Malawi

Mali

five

Six

Seven

Eight

four

Nine

Thirteen

Ten

The name of the letter M

Life is fleeting

To know/understand

Lightning

Mongolia

to drink

Do not forget

Prepare

Prepare

Spend

Namibia

onchocerciasis

in/on/at

in/on/at

eventually

red-black striped snake

Big

car

airplane

boat

The sixteenth letter of the Yoruba alphabet

Goodbye

Soup

Woman

Handbag

Flower

Year

Boss

Dead of night

Dove

Mouse

Banana or plantain

Twenty

Sound

Market

baby sling

princess

Rain

Rain

Saturday

Thursday

Friday

Tuesday

Sunday

Wednesday

Professor

daily routine

Eye

Perspective/Viewpoint

Soul

Hill

Husband

Vehicle or car

Aeroplane

Ocean

Man

Stone

rock, stone

tomorrow

Lazy person

teacher

Righteous person

Cat

A wise person

Truthful person

A stubborn person

God

God

A sociable person

Teacher

Water

Water flows

child

Apprentice

A person of good character

scholar

Road/Way

Today

Elephant

Customer

Pure-hearted person

Kind-hearted person

A violent person

Gentle person

Sun

Truth

Palm tree

pillar

mind

Many

Friend

Friend

Head

song

Hymn

Deity

Night

Trade name

Sky / Heaven

leather strings on the side of a drum

orange (fruit)

afternoon

to work or do

Week

Left (direction)

Worker

Month

Moon

Moon

Reality/Truth

Sincerity

Right (direction)

Cold

Food

money

Money

Hand

Kangaroo

Money is power

Investment

Small business

Salary

Early morning

To return

Gloves

Specific

To call

Flat

with

with

Shelf

upstairs

river

a type of Èkìtì drum

Highway / Main road

red

Many / Much

To buy

To buy

To remember

Footwear

Laugh

See

to walk

To travel

spend

Romania

to help

To consider deeply

period

Cape

Twilight

Hour

usually

To synthesize

To pay money

to endeavour

Run

To do/make

To contribute

To analyze

Act according to your interests

To cook

Sunglasses

Play

To investigate

to

Spoon

To rest

Daytime

To work

Handbag

to speak

Purse

Trousers

Speak

Brooch

Fall

to sleep

to sleep rough

Patience

To sell

Cufflinks

table

Tie

Lock

If we don't tell

Wristwatch

Ticket

Necklace

shopping

a male given name

Big/Large

Togo

tomato

Tunisia

Repair

Cold

to apologize

help

honor

to come

Hour

Bathe

To look or watch

To enter

Prophet

To pray or bless

Heavy

The twenty-fifth letter of the Yoruba alphabet

west

Choose the convenient path

To solve

Fast

fluffy

We can discuss

We need to schedule a collaborative project.

We will see each other next week.

We will see each other again soon.

What time is it?

A cockroach has entered the bowl.

Your suggestion is very accurate.

Right?

This is my younger sibling.

It is a machete I want to use.

What time is it now?

A person without family is lost.

That ladder is very tall.

The bean cake does not know the fly, the wife does not know the rat.

Time is up.

This presentation is interesting to me.

The storytelling tradition is the wealth of the world.

It is well / I am fine

It is well / I am fine.

The blacksmith is forging iron.

I feel good

I don't feel well

I am very strong and healthy.

I am feeling better.

Thunder is crashing loudly.

He/She is unique.

He/She is restless

I am relieved

The desert does not have much water.

Long time

see you later

The animals are eating grass.

These plants need water.

The flowers are blooming.

As we can see, you have talent

Wrap it for me.

Greet them for me.

Help me find a job.

How can we improve the work?

What is the price for a room at your hotel?

How much do you charge for delivery?

How is your work going?

How is work?

What is the topic of this presentation?

How can I get to the bus station?

How can I get there?

How can I book a hotel again?

How can I contact the staff for assistance?

How can I call you on the phone?

How do I return this?

How can I pay?

How are you?

How does this food taste?

How are you?

How are you?

I am fine

I am fine

Please (informal)

Cook before you eat.

It's good to collaborate together.

I am fine

Lower the price

Wait for me here.

Wait for the vehicle here.

Stop here.

Please be quiet

Please

Let's go

Please

Please, do you have a new phone?

Please

Please forgive me.

Please, share your knowledge with us.

Please, let's start our meeting.

Please, thank you very much

good morning

Welcome.

good afternoon

Good morning

Welcome

Well done for the care.

Long time no see

Congratulations on safety

Good evening

Well done

Long time no see

Good afternoon

good night

good evening

Let's meet at the second outlet.

I'm sorry / Excuse me

Welcome

Be bringing your loads inside.

Keep progressing

Hello

Take care of it.

Thank you.

Thank you

Be careful.

Come buy goods from me.

Make way for me.

I am no longer hungry.

I am hungry

This vegetable is very fresh.

Mosquitoes didn't let me sleep at night.

The wind is blowing from the east.

This fish is stale.

A snake is crawling in the grass.

How much is the total?

How much is this?

How much is the bus fare?

How much is your salary?

how much is it?

How much?

I am going to the train station.

I don't know

My friend is a wonderful person.

The child is a good person.

My opinion is that

My opinion is that we should wait a bit.

My opinion is that you are right.

My thought is different.

I don't understand your point of view.

I am afraid

Plants are sprouting from the ground.

What is your price?

Which product is the best?

It was a white pigeon I saw.

Wash those plates.

When a story is shared, we learn valuable lessons.

Find me the best place for food!

Give me some extra.

Everything is in its place.

In my opinion

According to research

The corruption of a family is not a crime.

The workplace is where we collaborate.

I am at the office.

Where we practice tradition, there we gather knowledge.

Where are you?

Family is everything.

Love is the most important thing.

Your love is appreciated

The turn is nearby!

Dry season has arrived.

When will you arrive?

When can we schedule this meeting?

When will the exam start?

When will you wash clothes?

When will the market close?

A strong wind is blowing.

No problem.

The clouds have darkened.

Toilet or restroom

Light has come.

My suggestion is that we should tell the story.

I am happy

I am happy to know you.

I am not happy about that matter.

My conclusion is

The current situation

Good luck / Best wishes

Safe journey

What sound is that?

I like people like you

I am doing a big job.

Your effort means a lot

Your work is excellent

His actions impressed me.

What work do you do?

Stories shape the mind and guide thoughts.

Your character pleases me.

His character is not fitting.

Your behavior is not right

Your character is beautiful.

You are a wonderful person

You are truly magnificent

Your character is amazing!

This room is very dirty.

That is very good.

Let’s collaborate on this presentation.

Let's take a moment before we start.

Let's plan a meeting.

Let’s go to the office.

Let’s take a break for a while.

Can we postpone our discussion?

Let’s point out the reasons for this decision.

Let me know the location of the hotel!

Let me try on these shoes.

Let me see your notes.

Let me explain more

Let me see this size.

Please take me to the school!

Please, can we have a quiet room?

please help me

Please close that door.

Please, don’t be angry, I’ve suffered enough.

Please, let's do a summary of everything.

Please, with rice and vegetables.

Please, help me

Please, give me a discount.

Please.

Let’s address these challenges.

Please, show me this presentation.

Welcome

Welcome to the center!

How do I get to your house?

What do you want to eat?

What are you doing?

What is happening?

What will I gain by buying this?

What happened to your work?

What should we do next?

What should we do at this time?

Let me say your words are beautiful

What is your presentation for us today?

What is your presentation about?

What is the check-out time?

What is its benefit?

What areas do we want to cover?

What is your opinion?

What is this?

What is your opinion about this?

What is your position?

What is the story behind this work?

What do you think about it?

What are you looking for?

What is our deadline?

What is your name?

What is your name?

What reason do we have to start this discussion?

What is stopping us from making improvements?

What reason makes this important?

Why should I buy this product?

What is the check-in time for our hotel?

What are our examples?

What successes should we focus on?

What are your policies?

It is not bad.

There is no doubt

No problem.

It is not time yet.

You are welcome

In summary / Finally

I will go the day after tomorrow.

Do not touch that animal.

I suggest that...

Do not give an explanation!

Do not be afraid.

Do not be quiet, describe that place!

Is there a warranty on this?

Don't let that matter trouble you.

Do not forget.

Don't be in a hurry.

How long is your presentation?

I don't understand / I don't hear

I'm afraid I missed it, please forgive me.

I'm sorry, please don't be angry with me.

I apologize, what I did was not good.

I am thankful

I support your suggestion.

I want an early check-in time.

I would like to make a reservation at the hotel.

I want to set up a workspace.

I want a new model.

I want goat meat.

I want the best place for this event.

I want this presentation to be interactive.

I want you to lead this presentation.

I want you to help me with this work.

I would like my children to come.

I want to learn a trade.

I want to go to the market.

I want to go bathe.

I want to know how we can help each other.

I want to know the benefits of this hotel.

I want to rent a vehicle!

I would like water

I want the best vegetarian food at the hotel.

I want to buy this item.

I want to buy this item.

I want to send you a message on the phone.

I want to see you.

I want to make my bed.

I want to wear formal attire.

I love the way you do everything!

I prefer to discuss with others.

I agree with you

Can I test this product?

I am learning how to speak Yoruba.

I am going to buy household items.

I am coming back.

I expect you on Monday.

I am working hard.

I have a good idea for this presentation.

I have a request for something I want.

I suggest that we should unite efforts.

I have three tasks today.

I have something simple to discuss.

I had an emergency, please understand me.

I have an important request.

I would like to know how we can budget.

I love you

I love how unique you are

I want to know the location!

I love you

I love the way you worked.

I need the minutes right away.

I need a shopping bag.

I need emergency help

I think this proposal is good.

I see you as family

I think we can gather for a discussion.

I think this is good.

I think we should do it that way.

I just finished this work.

I have heard.

I have finished my work.

I am fine

I am from...

Lightning flashed above.

Carry your passport.

Be patient, everything will be fine.

I disagree with you

I don't know

Where is our rest house?

Where is the main road?

Right now.

Where is the shop?

Where is the bathroom?

Where is your school?

Where is the hospital?

Where can I find a taxi?

Where can I get a taxi?

Where does the vehicle stop?

Where do you live?

where are you going?

Where are you from?

Where is the market?

Where is the airport?

When will the ceremony take place?

Just go to the meeting place!

Considering that

Is this item still available?

It seems like he or she is sad.

It seems like you are discouraged.

Goodbye

It would be good for us to take responsibility.

That is very nice

You hear me well!

You are very kind

He/She is a wonderful person

He is a person we can trust.

You are truthful

You are almost a great artist

well done

You are very beautiful!

You are in my thoughts

He/She trades clothes in the market.

He/She has a helpful spirit.

He has a gentle disposition.

It is very cheap.

Thank you, I appreciate it.

It is difficult to do.

It has been a long time since we saw each other.

It is enough.

It is right to give thanks.

It is located near the market!

It's too expensive

I feel like eating.

He/She deserves praise

We should start the work.

We should be going.

We should do this.

You should know that we appreciate you

What you said to me is nice

Tomorrow is Monday.

It is about to rain.

Rain will not fall today.

The day is far spent.

What day is today?

What day is the day of rest?

The eye that sees bad does not forget it, the tortoise does not admit weakness.

The weather is cool.

God will bless you.

God will protect us

Our teacher is very knowledgeable.

I am thirsty

The road is very busy.

I am lost.

Did you wake up well?

The sun is bright today.

The sun is very hot today.

The sun has come out.

The toad is croaking in the pond.

I have a headache.

my name is

My name is...

What month are we in?

A rainbow has appeared in the sky.

The moon is very bright tonight.

My money is not enough.

The price is too high.

Go back.

Sorry

Hello / Sorry

You inspire me

That story is delightful

Can we come up with a new decision?

Can we hold a collaboration meeting?

Do we have any disability facilities?

Do we have a meeting today?

Have we started this presentation?

Have we made any presentation yet?

Is everything fine?

Are you doing well?

Do you have a brochure regarding hotel facilities?

Do you have any discounts?

Everything is completed here.

Is that the place I should go to?

Is it located at the village?

Does your hotel offer complimentary breakfast?

Is the service running smoothly?

Can I help you?

Can I get information about the city I'm in?

Did you hear what I said?

do you speak Yoruba?

Can you reduce the price?

Can you hear me?

Can you describe the path to me?

Do you have time?

Do you have another color?

Do you accept credit cards?

Do you have a size bigger than this?

Do you have small denominations?

Is it easy to find the market?

Have you completed your work?

Have you done your homework?

Have you bought your ticket?

Have you seen the report?

Is this road correct?

Speak slowly

Turn on the light of that room.

Go straight ahead.

Take care of those plants.

Come to me.

Turn to the left.

Turn to the right.