🇳🇬 Yoruba phrases

How to Say "I am hungry" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Mo n'jeun
"I am hungry" in Yoruba · say it like moh n'jeh-oon

The most natural way to say "I am hungry" in Yoruba is Mo n'jeun. 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

Mo n'jeun gan
This is a more emphatic way to express hunger.
Mo n'jeun diẹ
This means 'I am a little hungry' and is used when hunger is mild.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express that you need food. It can be used in casual conversations with friends or family. You can also use it in restaurants to let the staff know you are ready to order.

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Examples in Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
Mo n'jeun, jọwọ fun mi ni ounje.I am hungry, please give me food.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct tone, which can change the meaning.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Mo n'jeun, 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

How do I say I am very hungry in Yoruba?

You can say 'Mo n'jeun gan' to express that you are very hungry.

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