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How to Say "Dog" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
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"Dog" in Yoruba 路 say it like ah-jah

The most natural way to say "Dog" in Yoruba is aja. 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

aja kekere
used to refer to a puppy or small dog
aja nla
used to refer to a large dog

When to use it

You can use 'aja' when talking about dogs in general. It is appropriate in both casual and formal conversations. If you want to specify the size or age of the dog, you can use the variants. For example, 'aja nla' for a big dog.

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Examples in Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
Mo ni aja kan ti o dara.I have a good dog.
Aja mi n soro.My dog is barking.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'aja' with 'eja', which means fish.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear aja, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Yoruba with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the plural of 'aja'?

The plural is 'aja' as well, context will indicate if it is singular or plural.

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