Yoruba with Fatai Oyeyemi

Language matters. As a proud Yoruba language enthusiast, I'd like to share a fascinating aspect of Yoruba grammar: In Yoruba, we have a unique grammatical structure that allows us to convey respect, authority, and relationships through pronouns. For instance: - "?" is used to address elders or people in authority - "O" is used for peers or younger individuals This nuanced language reflects the Yoruba culture's emphasis on respect, community, and social hierarchy. Let's celebrate and promote our indigenous languages! #YorubaLanguage #LanguageMatters #CulturalHeritage

Continuing on the topic about the importance of greeting among the Yoruba people. In this short video, let's learn "How to greet people at a gathering"

Continuing on the topic about the importance of greeting among the Yoruba people. In this short video, let's learn "How to greet people at a gathering"

One of the unique things about the culture of the Yoruba people is the fact that we give great importance to respect and the basic evidence of this cab be seen in greeting. This proverb reiterates the importance of respect and greeting in the Yoruba culture. #learnyoruba

I've been pushing this off for a long time now, waiting for perfection till I will kick start with this series. First, I was waiting to get a good phone, then I wanted to get a microphone, and after getting those, I was waiting to get a perfect setup for the recording. But the longer I wait, the more I realize that there's never going to be a perfect moment to get started. And so, I'll be unveiling this series - Learn with Fun. The context is going to be of learning through comic question and answer. Watch out ??

3 Interesting Facts About Yoruba Language As a Yoruba teacher, I'm often fascinated by the richness and uniqueness of this West African language. Here are three interesting facts about Yoruba: 1. Tonal Language: Yoruba is a tonal language, which means that the same word can have different meanings based on the tone used to pronounce it. This complexity makes Yoruba a fascinating language to learn. 2. Influential Diaspora: Yoruba has had a significant influence on languages in the African diaspora, particularly in Afro-Caribbean and Afro-Latin American cultures. Many Yoruba words and phrases have been incorporated into languages such as Lucumi (Cuba) and Candomblé (Brazil). 3. Rich Literary Heritage: Yoruba Language has a rich literary heritage, with a tradition of oral storytelling and poetry dating back centuries. The language has also produced notable writers and poets, such as Amos Tutuola and Wole Soyinka. These facts and many more of it highlights the beauty and complexity of Yoruba language. Whether you're a language enthusiast or simply interested in learning more, I'd love to connect and share more about this fascinating language. #YorubaLanguage #LanguageLearning #AfricanLanguages #TonalLanguage #Diaspora #LiteraryHeritage

As we navigate the global landscape, it's essential to acknowledge and appreciate the diversity of languages that make us unique. Yoruba language, spoken by over 30 million people worldwide, is a language that embodies the richness and resilience of African culture. With its melodic tones and intricate dialects, Yoruba continues to play a vital role in preserving the traditions and customs of its speakers. It's in continuing to promote and celebrate the beauty of our native languages, that we get to keep our cultural identity. #YorubaLanguage #LinguisticDiversity #AfricanCulture #LanguageMatters

Counting from 10 to 100 in yoruba

Yorùbá Numbers is one of the important part of the language that is fast diminishing today because of the fact that we don't make use of it like the English numbers. And that's why this topic is important. Let's learn the Yoruba Number from 10 to 100. #yoruba #educational #yorubalessons Full video on my YT Channel: https://lnkd.in/dd_B-fy6

How many words can you make out of IGBA #yoruba #learnyoruba #languagelesson #educational