How to Say “Yes” and “No” in Igbo – The First Step to Everyday Conversations

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Let’s talk about how to say “yes” and “no” in Igbo. Whether you’re responding to a question at home, at the market, or just showing off your new skills, these two words are your best friends.

Let’s dive right in. 👇🏾

✅ How to Say “Yes” in Igbo

The Igbo word for yes is:

Ee (pronounced like “eh”)

• It’s short.
  
  
• It’s simple.
  
  
• And you’ll use it a lot.
  
  

❌ How to Say “No” in Igbo

To say no in Igbo, use:

Mba (pronounced “mm-bah”)

• It’s clear.
  
  
• It’s respectful.
  
  
• And it gets your point across perfectly.
  
  

🎥 Watch It In Action

Watch this quick Lingawa tutor video lesson where we break it down with pronunciation, role-play, and tips to make it stick.

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🎧 Practice along out loud—it makes all the difference!

🧠 Why Learning “Yes” and “No” in Igbo Matters

Don’t underestimate how important these two words are. Learning to say “Ee” and “Mba” in Igbo helps you:

✅ Respond naturally in real conversations
✅ Build confidence as a beginner
✅ Start thinking and replying in Igbo faster

It’s the kind of foundation every new speaker needs.

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• Connect with your roots
  
  
• Speak with confidence
  
  
• Enjoy the journey of language learning
  
  

Our expert tutors, culture-rich lessons, and real-life practice sessions make learning Igbo feel less like study—and more like home.