🇳🇬 Yoruba phrases

How to Say "Water" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
omi
"Water" in Yoruba · say it like oh-mee

The most natural way to say "Water" in Yoruba is omi. 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

omi tutu
used to refer to cold water
omi gbona
used to refer to hot water

When to use it

You can use 'omi' when you want to ask for water or refer to it in conversation. It is commonly used in both formal and casual settings. You might say it when ordering a drink or when discussing hydration.

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Examples in Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
Jọwọ, fun mi ni omi.Please, give me water.
Omi tutu ni mo fẹ.I want cold water.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'omi' with 'omi gbona' when asking for cold water.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear omi, 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 difference between 'omi' and 'omi gbona'?

'Omi' means water in general, while 'omi gbona' specifically means hot water.

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