How to say “How are you?” in Yoruba
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Yoruba. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Báwo ni?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Yoruba
Pẹlẹ o, Báwo ni?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Yoruba?
"How are you?" in Yoruba is "Báwo ni?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Báwo ni?" written in Yoruba?
"Báwo ni?" is the standard written form in Yoruba, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Báwo ni?" in Yoruba?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Báwo ni?" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Báwo ni?" mean in English?
"Báwo ni?" is the Yoruba way of saying "How are you?" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "How are you?" in Yoruba?
Many languages — including Yoruba — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Báwo ni?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Yoruba spoken?
Yoruba is spoken by an estimated 45 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Yoruba dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Yoruba dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Báwo ni?" or any other Yoruba text.