Pele
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A versatile Yoruba word that can mean 'sorry' in a sympathetic context, or 'well done' as a form of encouragement or acknowledgment of effort. The meaning is highly dependent on the context and tone.
"Pele o, I know say you try."
Pronunciation:/pɛˈlɛ/
Origin:Directly from the Yoruba language, where it is a common expression of empathy or greeting.
Part of Speech:Interjection
Synonyms:Sorry, Well done
More Examples:
"Pele for the loss of your phone."
Popularized by:Widely used in southwestern Nigeria and by Yoruba speakers everywhere. It has also been integrated into general Nigerian Pidgin.