How do you greet in Hausa?
Greetings and essentials
- Sannu (“Hello”)
- Na gode (“Thank you”)
- Eh / A’a (“yes / no”)
- Ina gidan wanka? (“Where is the bathroom?”)
- Kunna bar / Juya dama (“Turn left / right”)
- Daina (“Stop”)
- Dadi (“delicious”)
- Ina jin yunwa (“I’m hungry”)
How do Hausa greet in the morning?
Useful phrases in Hausa
English | ḥawsa (Hausa) حَوْسَ |
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Good morning (Morning greeting) | Ina kwana? (How did you sleep?) Lahiya lau (reply – in health) |
Good afternoon (Afternoon greeting) | Barka da yamma |
Good evening (Evening greeting) | Barka da yamma |
Good night | Allah ya ba mu alheri Mu kwana lafiya |
How do you respond to INA kwana?
Likewise, In the Afternoon and early evening, the greeting changes to ‘ina wuni’ or ‘ina yini’ which also mean ‘good afternoon’. an alternative for this is ‘barka da rana’. The usual respond for both greetings is ‘lafiya lau’ meaning ‘i’m fine’.
How do you greet good evening in Hausa?
Good evening!: Barka da Yamma!
How do you greet someone in Yoruba?
Ẹ n lẹ (en-le): Hello The tradition of the Yoruba people places much emphasis on greetings generally – it’s a very significant part of their culture, especially when addressing older people. The women kneel down to greet, while the men lay flat on the ground facing downwards. Ẹ n lẹ means hello in this part of Nigeria.
What does Oshey mean?
Thank You in my fathers
What does Ekaro mean in Yoruba?
2 people from the United States and South Africa agree the name Ekaro is of Yoruba origin and means “Good morning”.
What does Na you sabi mean?
Na you sabi. Definition: 1. A subtle way of saying ‘I don’t care what you think’
What does Oya mean in Nigeria?
‘Oya’ is one Nigerian slang that has no definite meaning, however, it is used in a given context which could mean come, let’s go, start or basically just an endearment to begin something or respond. It is commonly used across the nation and in some neighbouring countries too.
What does ooo mean in Nigerian?
If you paid attention, you’d notice that like most Nigerian exclamatory words, ‘O’ connotes more than one idea/reaction. It can be the answer to a call. It can be used in agreement. It can also be used to reiterate a point.
What does Wahala mean in Nigeria?
Trouble
What does Moo Moo mean in Nigerian?
Gbosa. This slang is an action word which means to punch or slap, but can be as well used to refer to the sound made when someone or something is being punched. For example, ‘I go give you gbosa for head! ‘ The word can also be used when describing the sound of a punch, as in ‘Pow!
What does Olga mean in Nigerian?
The word Oga means “senior or boss.” The phrase “my oga at the top” may be used to show respect to someone in a position of authority.
What is Mumu in Tagalog?
mumò [noun] ghost; bogeyman.
What does mumu mean in English?
1. The definition of a mumu, often spelled muumuu, is a loose, flowy dress worn by Hawaiian women. An example of a mumu is a long, brightly-printed, loose dress.
Who wears Moo Moos?
Nightgowns evolved from male nightshirts of the 16th century and were worn by both men and women. Moo moos came from 19th century Hawaii and were worn strictly by women as an informal version of traditional Holoku dresses.
What is a mumu man?
Mumu – Dumb/ Stupid Person.. Often Used In “Pidgin English”.