UNIT 0
Welcome to UNIT 0, your starting point on the journey to learning Yoruba! This category is designed for absolute beginners eager to explore the beauty of the Yoruba language and culture. Whether you’re completely new to Yoruba or seeking to refresh your basics, UNIT 0 provides the foundational knowledge and resources you need to get started.
In UNIT 0, you’ll find introductory lessons covering essential topics such as basic greetings, pronunciation, common phrases, and cultural insights. We’ll guide you through step-by-step exercises and interactive activities to help you build a solid understanding of Yoruba fundamentals.
No prior experience is required – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm to learn! Join us in UNIT 0 as we embark on an exciting journey into the rich tapestry of the Yoruba language and heritage.
Exploring Yoruba Greetings: A Beginner’s Guide
Discover the beauty of Yoruba greetings with our beginner’s guide. Learn essential phrases, cultural etiquette, and expand your vocabulary to immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Yoruba culture.
Learn Yoruba for Beginners – Yoruba Short Story – Obe Iya Mi (My Mother’s Stew)
a heartwarming short story in Yoruba about Ade and his mother’s visit to the market, leading to a delightful family meal. Includes vocabulary and a fun fill-in-the-blank exercise to enhance your language skills.
Where is yoruba spoken ?
Yoruba is primarily spoken in Nigeria, where it is one of the four major languages, along with Hausa, Igbo, and English. It is the language of the Yoruba people, who are mainly found in the southwestern part of Nigeria, including Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo states. However, Yoruba is also spoken in neighboring countries […]
Brief Introduction about the Yoruba People
The Yoruba people, originating from West Africa, primarily Nigeria, Benin, and Togo, boast a rich cultural heritage with a history spanning centuries. Their tradition of oral history forms the cornerstone of their early narrative, passed down through generations. According to these tales, their migration from the Middle East to West Africa occurred over 1,000 years […]
Learn Yoruba for Beginners – Lesson 13 : UNIT 0 Word List
Introduction The following table contains the words that I learned while writing the articles for UNIT 0. Also this can also serve as a reference for beginner level vocabulary. Vocabulary List Nr. Yoruba Word English Word Category 1 bàbá father, dad noun 2 ile-iwe school noun 3 iṣẹ́ work verb 4 mo I subject pronoun […]
Learn Yoruba for Beginners – Lesson 12 : Yoruba Alphabets & Pronunciation Guide
Introduction Alphabets According to my weak research, there are 25 characters/letters in the yoruba language ( please use the references below). Keep in mind that there are other letters/characters that are used but they are mostly pronounced exactly like in English. So I left them out here. Letter Tones English Equivalent A á,ā,à c(a)r, (a)h […]
Learn Yoruba for Beginners – Lesson 11 : Numbers in Yoruba ( 1 – 20)
Introduction Numbers in Yoruba For the pronunciation, please refer to this youtube video. Number Yoruba 1 oókan / ọ̀kan 2 eéjì / èjì 3 ẹẹ́ta / ẹ̀ta 4 ẹẹ́rin / ẹ̀rin 5 aárùnún / àrún 6 ẹẹ́fà / ẹ̀fà 7 eéje / èjè 8 ẹẹ́jọ / ẹ̀jọ 9 ẹẹ́sànán / ẹ̀sán 10 ẹẹ́wàá / ẹ̀wá […]
Learn Yoruba for Beginners – Lesson 10 : How to ask “how are you” in Yoruba
Introduction Do you want to know how to ask about someone’s state during a greeting ? Then this post is for you 🌞. Answer Báwo ni [Name] ? Possible Responses Mo wà dáadáa I am fine. Hope you enjoyed this very informal post. Please, every suggestion or correction is welcomed and appreciated. Thank you! […]
Learn Yoruba for Beginners – Lesson 9 : Negation in Yoruba
Introduction In today’s lesson, we will be learning about how to negate in the Yoruba language. By adding the word “kò” before the verb, one can negate the sentence. Please keep in mind that, if the pronouns she|he|it are used before the verb, they get removed when using the negative marker. Additionally, in the case […]
Learn Yoruba for Beginners – Lesson 8 : How to say “yes” and “no” in yoruba
Introduction Despite being fatigued, I really want to stick to my weekly yoruba learning goal. So today’s topic is going to be very simple and brief. How to express “yes” and “no” yoruba style. Make sure you reference the YouTube videos linked below for the pronunciations. Lesson Yes Òo Bẹ́ẹ̀ ni / Bẹẹ ni […]