How do you say dad in Nigeria?
Father, baba. This is an interesting word because it translates as ‘their father. ‘ You use it when you are referring to other peoples’ father. You never use it when you are referring to your own father, in which case you will say ‘Baba.
How do you greet Ondo?
However, the common language is Yoruba. If you want the greeting in the general language, it is Ẹ ǹlẹ́ o. But if you want the Ondo dialect, it’s À lẹ ó. You prostrate.
Who is the first king in Ondo?
Pupupu
Pupupu became the first ruler of the Ondo Kingdom in the 16th century and her descendants wear the crown today.
How is Yoruba written?
Writing systems In the 17th century, Yoruba was written in the Ajami script, a form of Arabic script. It is still written in the Ajami writing script in some Islamic circles. Standard Yoruba orthography originated in the early work of Church Mission Society missionaries working among the Aku (Yoruba) of Freetown.
What is father in Edo language?
| Édo Names | Édo Meanings (E) | Suitable For |
|---|---|---|
| Efada | Reverend father. | Male |
| Efianayi | You must leave this. | Male |
| Efiiónayi | One you must leave alone. | Male |
| Egbaen | Things that was right. | Male |
How do you say good morning in ond dialect?
Below are the various greetings in Yoruba language used specifically at certain times of the day to greet people: E kaaro o: means good morning in Yoruba. You can also add “ma” or “sir” when greeting the elderly. E.g E kaaro ma/sir for male and female as the case may be.
Where are Ondo from?
The Ondo people are one of the largest Yoruba subgroups, situated in the eastern part of the Yoruba speaking area of Nigeria. The weather elements that characterize the region are those typifying the rainforest region of Sub-Sahara Africa.
What language family does Yoruba belong to?
Niger-Congo language family
Yoruba language, one of a small group of languages that comprise the Yoruboid cluster of the Defoid subbranch of the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo language family. The other Yoruboid languages include Igala and Itsekiri.