Family Bonds and Introductions: A Yoruba Language Lesson with a Twist
- Mojisola Alawode
- Oct 29, 2023
- 2 min read
Hello, language enthusiasts and Yoruba learners of Lede Yoruba!
Welcome to another enriching week of linguistic exploration and cultural immersion. This week, we'll reinforce the vocabulary we've learned over the past weeks, collectively revisiting their meanings and proper usage. Additionally, we'll dive into a movie scene that revolves around family introductions and ties, teaching us how to introduce ourselves and our place in the family while picking up some useful Yoruba expressions along the way. Let's dive in!
Learn with Stories and Issues - Vocabulary Revisited: Strengthening Your Yoruba Language Skills
In this session, we'll collectively revisit the vocabulary we've learned over the past few weeks. It's a fantastic opportunity to reinforce your Yoruba language skills by revisiting meanings, pronunciation, and proper usage. We'll engage in discussions, exercises, and activities that will help solidify your grasp of these essential words and phrases.
Learn with Movies - Family Bonds and Introductions: A Yoruba Language Lesson with a Twist
In our movie scenario, we'll observe a proper Yoruba family introduction for a wedding that takes an unexpected turn. As we follow the story, we'll learn how to introduce ourselves and describe our place in the family. This scene will also introduce us to some useful Yoruba expressions related to family ties and ceremonies. It's a practical and engaging way to enhance your language skills while exploring the significance of family in Yoruba culture.
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 |
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 knowledge, experiences, and insights, fostering connections within our vibrant community.
So there you have it, an enriching and educational glimpse into the upcoming week at Lede Yoruba! Get ready to strengthen your vocabulary, deepen your language proficiency, and explore the intricacies of family introductions in Yoruba culture.
Cheers,
Mojisola


