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New friends.

Listen, repeat and discover friendly phrases from languages spoken across Nigeria.

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Today's phrase pack

Start with a warm hello

Tap the music button to hear a pronunciation guide. Try each phrase aloud with a friend.

YORÙBÁ

Ẹ káàárọ̀

Good morning

Use it when you greet someone before noon.

IGBO

Kedụ?

How are you?

A friendly way to ask how someone is doing.

HAUSA

Na gode

Thank you

Say it when someone helps you or gives you something.

EFIK

M̀esiere

Good morning

A morning greeting used by Efik speakers.

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Listening tip

Every language has its own music

Some Nigerian languages use tone, so the rise and fall of your voice can change a word's meaning. Listen carefully, repeat gently, and never worry about getting it perfect on your first try.

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Mini lesson

Make a greeting chain

Choose

Pick one greeting from the cards above.

Practise

Listen, then repeat it slowly three times.

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