Ẹ n lẹ
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A formal Yoruba greeting meaning 'Hello'. It is a respectful way to greet someone, especially elders.
"Ẹ n lẹ, ma. How are you today?"
Pronunciation:/ɛ̃n lɛ/
Origin:Directly from the Yoruba language. Yoruba culture places a strong emphasis on respectful greetings.
Part of Speech:Interjection
Synonyms:Hello
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Popularized by:Essential for anyone interacting within Yoruba communities. The greeting is often accompanied by specific gestures of respect, such as women curtseying or kneeling, and men prostrating or bending.