Meaning of the word yoruba in English
What does yoruba mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
yoruba
US /ˈjɔːrʊbə/
UK /ˈjɔːrʊbə/
Noun
1.
a member of a people of southwestern Nigeria and Benin
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The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage.
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Many Yoruba live in large cities like Lagos.
2.
the Kwa language of the Yoruba people, spoken in southwestern Nigeria and Benin
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She is learning to speak Yoruba.
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Many traditional stories are told in Yoruba.
Adjective
1.
relating to the Yoruba people or their language
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She is studying Yoruba culture.
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The museum has a collection of Yoruba art.
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