Ẹ̀KỌ́ ÈDÈ YORÙBÁ / LEARN YORÙBÁ LANGUAGE

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Kí lo rí lọ́ bẹ̀ tó fi wa ro ọwọ́

Literal Meaning: What did you see in the soup that made you hold back your hand

Denotative Meaning:

Yoruba with Auntie Gbemi: The Yoruba language is a repository of rich cultural and traditional heritage. The language has its origin from Nigeria, Benin and Togo but it has become attractive in the Americas because of its link to history offering insights into the evolution of social norms, practices and interactions. The Yoruba language carries the stories, traditions and values of the Yoruba people. Through its idioms, proverbs and oral literature, the language encapsulates centuries of wisdom and social norms. The language also has unique linguistic features including its tonal nature, and is fascinating to linguist across the globe. The language has become a significant source of identity for people of Yoruba descent. The Yoruba language provides an avenue for cross-cultural understanding and appreciation. From the foregoing, the preservation and promotion of the Yoruba language, like other indigenous languages, contribute to the rich tapestry of global linguistic and cultural diversity.

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