🇳🇬 Yoruba phrases

How to Say "Forgive me" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ẹ jọ̀ọ́, dá mi lóhùn
"Forgive me" in Yoruba · say it like eh joh-oh, dah mee loh-hoon

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Yoruba is Ẹ jọ̀ọ́, dá mi lóhùn. 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

Ẹ jọ̀ọ́, bọ́ mi lẹ́sẹ̀
A more casual way to ask for forgiveness
Mo bẹ̀rẹ̀, ẹ jọ̀ọ́
A formal way to express regret

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to apologize for a mistake or wrongdoing. It is polite and shows that you are sincere in your request for forgiveness. You can use it in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
Ẹ jọ̀ọ́, dá mi lóhùn, mo ṣe aṣiṣe.Please forgive me, I made a mistake.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'ẹ jọ̀ọ́' at the beginning, which is important for politeness.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Ẹ jọ̀ọ́, dá mi lóhùn, 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

Is there a difference between 'dá mi lóhùn' and 'bẹ̀rẹ̀'?

Yes, 'dá mi lóhùn' is more about asking for forgiveness, while 'bẹ̀rẹ̀' is more about expressing regret.

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