In the Urhobo language, expressing affection involves specific phrases that convey deep emotions. To say “my love,” you would say “ẹguọnọ mẹ.”
- ẹguọnọ: love
- mẹ: my
Combining these, “ẹguọnọ mẹ” directly translates to “my love.”
For expressing “I love you,” the phrase is “me vwo ẹguọnọ wẹ.”
- me: I
- vwo: auxiliary verb denoting present continuous tense
- ẹguọnọ: love
- wẹ: you
Thus, “me vwo ẹguọnọ wẹ” translates to “I love you.”
Additionally, terms of endearment in Urhobo include:
- Akpọ mẹ: My life/My world
- Erhuvwu mẹ: My beauty
- Ọmẹ: Mine
- Oyibu mẹ: My sugar
These expressions are commonly used among couples to convey affection and endearment.
Understanding and using these phrases can deepen connections and appreciation for the Urhobo language and culture
