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How to Say "Where are you from?" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ibo ni iwo ti wa?
"Where are you from?" in Yoruba 路 say it like ee-boh nee ee-woh tee wah

The most natural way to say "Where are you from?" in Yoruba is Ibo ni iwo ti wa?. 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

Ibo ni e ti wa?
A slightly more formal way to ask.
Nibo ni o ti wa?
A casual variant often used among friends.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when meeting someone new and you want to know their origin. It is polite and shows interest in the other person's background. It can be used in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
Ibo ni iwo ti wa?Where are you from?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'ibo' with 'nibo', which can change the meaning slightly.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it okay to ask this question to anyone?

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