Language/Yoruba/Vocabulary/Drinks

Yoruba Vocabulary - Drinks

Hi Yoruba learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will be exploring various types of drinks in Yoruba language. Drinks are an essential part of life and culture, and knowing how to express yourself in this domain is very important.

Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: Food, Feelings and Emotions, Express Surprise & Common Greetings.

Basic Vocabulary

Here are some of the most common words and phrases to talk about drinks in Yoruba:

Yoruba	Pronunciation	English
Àmọ̀tẹ́kùn	a-mo-teh-kun	Tea
Kíkídí	kee-kee-dee	Coffee
Alágbàrà	a-la-gbara	Cocoa
Omilé	o-mi-leh	Milk
Lèrè	leh-reh	Beer
Paraga	pa-ra-ga	Local Gin
Cukọọláàtù	choo-koo-la-tu	Chocolate
Ọ̀gẹ̀dẹ̀	o-geh-deh	Water
Ọ̀gogóró	o-go-go-ro	Palm wine
Wínì	wee-nee	Wine

Conversation

Here is an example dialogue to help you see the words in context:

• Person 1: Kíkídí jẹ́wò ó. (I want some coffee)
• Person 2: Ẹ n lọ. Alágbàrà yìí jẹ́wọ̀ ó. (Alright. Can I have cocoa?)

Culture and Interesting Facts

Did you know that traditionally, Yoruba people used calabash cups called "Ẹ̀kútẹ́" to drink palm wine? They also used these cups for other drinks like water and local gin.

Another cultural aspect of drinking in Yoruba land is the concept of "Ẹ̀tàn." This is a form of informal drinking that involves friends and family sitting and socializing over a drink. This tradition is observed in many parts of Yoruba-speaking West Africa.

If you want to learn more about Yoruba culture and language, you can check out Polyglot Club. You can also use the website to find native speakers and ask them any questions you might have.

Conclusion

Congrats! You have learned the basics of the Yoruba vocabulary for drinks. To improve your Yoruba [ [Language/Yoruba/Vocabulary|Vocabulary ] ], keep practicing and immersing yourself in the language. Don't forget to hydrate with some Ọ̀gẹ̀dẹ̀ (water) while practicing your new words!

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With this lesson finished, you may want to explore these additional pages: Colors, Education, Hobbies and Leisure Activities & Introducing Yourself and Others.

Other Lessons

• Health
• Days of the Week
• Clothes
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• Fruits
• Feelings and Emotions
• Education
• How to say Good Bye?
• Food

Sources

• What is "Drink" in Yoruba and how to say it?
• How to say "Coffee" in Yoruba.