Yoruba

About the Program

The SolPro Yorùbá Language Program is designed to help learners speak, read, and understand Yorùbá confidently, whether for cultural connection, travel, business, or personal enrichment.
This immersive program blends practical conversation, grammar mastery, rich cultural exploration, and real-life speaking practice with native speakers.

From learning simple greetings to engaging in fluent conversations and understanding proverbs, idioms, and traditional expressions, this course takes you from absolute beginner to advanced-level proficiency.
No prior knowledge is required, just passion and openness to learn one of West Africa’s most expressive languages.

Admission Requirements

Educational Background

No degree or certificate required. Anyone with interest in the Yorùbá language can enrol.

Work Experience

Not required. All levels—from zero experience to heritage learners—are welcome.

Language Proficiency

The program is delivered in English and Yorùbá, so basic English comprehension is needed for explanations.

Assessment

Only required for students joining intermediate or advanced levels directly.
A study kit will be provided to help you prepare.

The assessment evaluates:

  • Listening comprehension

  • Basic vocabulary

  • Grammar foundations

  • Conversational readiness

Program Structure (Total Duration: 8 Months)

Beginner Level – 2 Months

Foundations of Yorùbá Communication

  • Introduction to the Yorùbá language and culture

  • The Yorùbá alphabet, tones, and pronunciation

  • Basic greetings and everyday expressions

  • Numbers, days, colours, and simple descriptions

  • Forming simple sentences

  • Talking about family, home, and daily activities

  • Basic conversational dialogues

  • Mini-projects: voice recordings, simple conversations, vocabulary practice

Intermediate Level – 3 Months

Conversational Mastery & Cultural Understanding

  • Building longer and more structured sentences

  • Describing events, people, places, and experiences

  • Understanding and using proverbs (òwe)

  • Speaking with correct tonal marks and natural intonation

  • Reading short stories and simple Yorùbá texts

  • Introduction to Yorùbá grammar: tenses, pronouns, possessives

  • Audio practice with native speakers

  • Intermediate projects: storytelling, cultural dialogue sessions, short written exercises

Advanced Level – 3 Months

Fluency, Literacy & Cultural Expression

  • Mastering complex sentence structures

  • Engaging in fluent, spontaneous conversation

  • Understanding idioms, slangs, and deeper cultural expressions

  • Reading newspapers, literature, and folktales in Yorùbá

  • Writing essays, short stories, and formal letters in Yorùbá

  • Advanced listening exercises with speeches, songs, and films

  • Interpretation and translation basics (English ↔ Yorùbá)

  • Capstone project: a recorded full-length conversation, story narration, or cultural presentation

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, learners will:

  • Speak Yorùbá confidently and naturally

  • Understand tonal pronunciation and language rhythm

  • Communicate effectively in everyday and professional settings

  • Read and write Yorùbá using correct spellings and diacritics

  • Understand Yorùbá proverbs, idioms, and cultural nuances

  • Gain confidence through real-life conversation practice

  • Build a portfolio of recordings, speaking exercises, and written work

  • Develop cultural appreciation and deep connection with Yorùbá heritage

Group Classes & Private Coaching

Group Classes

  • Interactive, fun, and community-driven

  • Practical speaking sessions

  • Affordable and collaborative

  • Practice with learning partners

Private Classes

  • One-on-one coaching with a native Yorùbá tutor

  • Customized pace and curriculum

  • Flexible scheduling

  • Faster progress with personalised feedback

Begin Your Yorùbá Language Journey Today!

Whether you’re learning for culture, career, travel, or personal connection, this program helps you become confident in speaking and understanding Yorùbá.

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Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Levels
Native Yorùbá Tutors
Group & Private Classes Available

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No. The program starts from the basics, and you can join any level that matches your skill.

Yes, private classes are available for children, while private or group classes are for ages 13+.

Yes. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are all covered.

Classes are online only. One day in a week (1 hour).

Yes, after passing the entry assessment.

Yes. SolPro issues a Certificate of Completion for each level.

Absolutely. Voice notes, conversation sessions, and live dialogues are included.

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