kaalẹ

Yoruba

Yoruba phrasebook

This entry is part of the phrasebook project, which presents criteria for inclusion based on utility, simplicity and commonness. For other Yoruba entries on this topic, see Greetings.

Etymology

From kú +‎ alẹ́.

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /káā.lɛ́/

Interjection

káalẹ́

1. good evening! (used after 7pm)

Usage notes

When speaking respectfully, this must be immediately preceded by the pronoun ẹ.

See also

• káàárọ̀
• káàsán
• kúùrọ̀lẹ́