🇳🇬 Yoruba phrases

How to Say "Be careful" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ṣe akiyesi
"Be careful" in Yoruba · say it like sheh nah-eh-shee

The most natural way to say "Be careful" in Yoruba is Ṣe akiyesi. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Mura se
used in a more casual context
Ṣe àkíyèsí
more formal and often used in written communication

When to use it

You can use this phrase when advising someone to be cautious in various situations. It is appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. For example, when someone is about to cross the road or handle something fragile.

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Examples in Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
Ṣe akiyesi nigba ti o ba n kọja opopona.Be careful when you are crossing the road.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'ṣe akiyesi' which means 'to observe' instead of 'to be careful'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a more casual way to say 'be careful'?

Yes, you can say 'mura se' in informal situations.

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