Igbo phrases
How to say hello in Igbo
Hello in Igbo is “Kaa”. There are 2 ways to say it below, with when to use each.
Kaa
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Kaa
Hello (morning or afternoon)
Used around Bende and Umuahia.
Source: Harvard University ELIAS Igbo course, Unit 3 Ekele na okwukwe ekele
Ndeewo
Hello, greetings
Most common around Owerri and Imo; also 'well done' at work. Reply: Ndeewo, or Nnọọ if you are the host.
Source: Harvard University ELIAS Igbo course, Unit 3 Ekele na okwukwe ekele
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How do you say hello in Igbo?
“Kaa”. Used around Bende and Umuahia. Other ways: “Ndeewo” (Hello, greetings).
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