kuuyalẹta

Yoruba

Yoruba phrasebook

This entry is part of the phrasebook project, which presents criteria for inclusion based on utility, simplicity and commonness. For other Yoruba entries on this topic, see Greetings.

Etymology

From kú +‎ ìyálẹ̀ta.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /kúù.já.lɛ̀.tā/

Interjection

kúùyálẹ̀ta

1. good midmorning (used between midmorning and noon)

Usage notes

When speaking respectfully, this must be immediately preceded by the pronoun ẹ.

See also

• káàárọ̀ (“good morning”)
• káàsán (“good afternoon”)