Encounters and Descriptions: Learning Yoruba Expressions in Social Settings

Hello, curious minds and language enthusiasts of Lede Yoruba!

This week, we're diving deep into the wisdom of Yoruba proverbs and engaging in meaningful conversations about work, wealth, and societal values. In our stories, we'll explore a popular Yoruba saying about work being the antidote for poverty, delving into its implications and applications in our lives. Additionally, we'll learn conversational Yoruba on the topic of agriculture and its impact on our society, gaining valuable insights from native speakers. For our movie feature, we'll learn Yoruba expressions for meeting acquaintances and common descriptions, enhancing our social language skills in various settings. Let's embark on this enriching journey of language and cultural exploration together!

Learn with Stories and Issues - Work and Wealth: Exploring Yoruba Proverbs on Antidotes to Poverty

Join us as we unravel the wisdom of Yoruba proverbs, focusing on the saying that work is the antidote for poverty. Through interactive discussions and reflective exercises, we'll examine the deeper meanings and practical applications of this proverb in our daily lives. Let's gain inspiration from the wisdom of our ancestors as we explore the importance of diligence, perseverance, and self-reliance in achieving economic prosperity.

In our conversational Yoruba session, we'll engage with native speakers to discuss the significance of agriculture and its impact on our society. Through insightful conversations and exchange of ideas, we'll gain valuable perspectives on how the shift away from agriculture has affected us as a people. Let's learn from the experiences and wisdom of others as we deepen our understanding of economic development and societal values in Yoruba culture.

Learn with Movies - Encounters and Descriptions: Learning Yoruba Expressions in Social Settings

In our movie feature, we'll learn Yoruba expressions for meeting acquaintances and describing people in various social settings. Whether on a plane or anywhere else, knowing how to greet and engage with acquaintances is essential. Let's sharpen our social language skills as we explore common expressions and descriptions used in everyday conversations.

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This week's schedule is the same as always.

Day	Event	PST	EST	BST/WAT
Mon	Meet and Chat 1	12-1pm	3-4pm	8-9pm
Tue	Stories & Issues 1	11am-12pm	2-3pm	7-8pm
Thu	Learn with Movies 1	10-11am	1-2pm	6-7pm
Fri	Stories & Issues 2	3-4pm	6-7pm	11pm-12am
Sat	Meet and Chat 2	1-2pm	4-5pm	9-10pm
Sun	Learn with Movies 2	1-2pm	4-5pm	9-10pm

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As always, our informal meetup is where we come together to discuss, share, and celebrate the week's language and cultural discoveries. It's a space where we exchange thoughts, experiences, and appreciation for the richness of Yoruba heritage.

So there you have it, a week filled with exploration, conversation, and language learning in the vibrant world of Yoruba culture. Let's embrace the wisdom of our ancestors and continue our journey of discovery together!

Cheers,

Mojisola