🇳🇬 Yoruba phrases

How to Say "You are beautiful" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
O lẹwa
"You are beautiful" in Yoruba · say it like oh leh-wah

The most natural way to say "You are beautiful" in Yoruba is O lẹwa. 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

O wuni
Used in a more casual context
Iwọ lẹwa
A more formal way to say it

When to use it

You can use this phrase to compliment someone's appearance. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. Use it when you genuinely admire someone's beauty.

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Examples in Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
O lẹwa ganYou are very beautiful
O lẹwa, bawo ni?You are beautiful, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'lẹwa' with 'rere', which means good. 'Lẹwa' specifically refers to beauty.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear O lẹwa, 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

Can I use this phrase for both men and women?

Yes, it can be used for both genders, but it is more commonly used for women.

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