🇳🇬 Yoruba phrases

How to Say "Good afternoon" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ẹ kaasan
"Good afternoon" in Yoruba · say it like eh-kah-sahn

The most natural way to say "Good afternoon" in Yoruba is Ẹ kaasan. 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 kú àtàárọ̀
used in more formal settings
Báwo ni?
a casual way to ask how someone is doing in the afternoon

When to use it

Use 'Ẹ kaasan' when greeting someone in the afternoon. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. You can use it with friends, family, or colleagues. It's a polite way to acknowledge someone's presence during the afternoon hours.

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Examples in Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
Ẹ kaasan, bawo ni?Good afternoon, how are you?
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'Ẹ kaasan' with 'Ẹ kú àtàárọ̀', which is more formal.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a specific time to say 'Ẹ kaasan'?

Yes, it is typically used from noon until evening.

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