🇳🇬 Yoruba phrases

How to Say "Beautiful" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ẹwà
"Beautiful" in Yoruba · say it like eh-wah

The most natural way to say "Beautiful" in Yoruba is ẹwà. 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

ẹwà pẹlẹbẹ
used to describe something very beautiful or exquisite
dáadáa
can be used in a more casual context to mean nice or good

When to use it

You can use 'ẹwà' to compliment someone's appearance or describe a beautiful object. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Use it when you want to express admiration for beauty.

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Examples in Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
Olufunmilayo ni ẹwà.Olufunmilayo is beautiful.
Ile yi ni ẹwà.This house is beautiful.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'ẹwà' with 'dáadáa', thinking they are interchangeable, but 'dáadáa' is more casual.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I say 'beautiful' in Yoruba?

'Beautiful' is translated as 'ẹwà' in Yoruba.

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