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Mojisola Alawode
Community TutorTeaches
Yoruba
Native
Speaks
English
Native
Nigerian Pidgin
Native
Other
Teaches
Yoruba
Native
Speaks
English
Native
Nigerian Pidgin
Native
Other
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From NigeriaLiving in Lagos, Nigeria (10:40 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 21, 2020InterestsFilms & TV SeriesReadingTravel
Language is an integral part of culture and I want to help people feel confident in their connection to their Yoruba identity by helping them improve their spoken Yoruba.
Do you currently feel self-conscious when speaking Yoruba to family and friends?
Do you desperately want to improve your pronunciation?
Are you in or intend to travel to Nigeria in the near future and want to arm yourself to speak to extended family and perhaps the sellers in the local market?
And do you prefer learning with a teacher who is patient, encouraging and supportive?
I am Mojisola, a 32-year-old Yoruba native from Lagos. I enjoy meeting new people, writing and watching movies.Me as a Teacher
I have taught Yoruba to persons from all across the world - starting from Sam, an Indian American friend of my brother's who moved to Nigeria in 2017 - and have experience teaching all ages. I have been a professional teacher since 2015, teaching people of all ages.
Whether you are new to the Yoruba language and are a total beginner, or you are looking to gain confidence with your conversation skills, I am here to work with you, at your pace, and in as much time as you need. I encourage you to make mistakes and will provide a safe space for your growth.
I look forward to meeting and knowing you! My lessons & teaching style
I have been told that my main superpower is empathy. I am a native Yoruba speaker, but I do not assume that words, phrases and syntaxes comes naturally to everyone in the same way. We will start with your objectives (e.g "to be able to have a 1hr conversation with my mom in 2 months with >50% Yoruba words used"). Then I step in your shoes and work with you step by step to get you there.
I like the conversational style that unconsciously and consciously involves people in the language deeply. I will not waste your time by teaching you the Yoruba alphabets and diacritics (unless you want to learn to write) or teach you words you won't use day-to-day (unless you are at intermediate level).My teaching material
- Homework Assignments
- Quizzes
- Articles and news
- Text Documents
- Test templates and examples
- Flashcards
- Audio files
- Video files
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Image files
5.0
Rating
651
Students
4,741
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Yoruba Lessons
Trial Lesson
502 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Yoruba conversation practice
A1 - C2Language Essentials3,943 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
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Group Conversation Practice
A1 - C2Conversation294 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
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Podcast (1)
Quiz (5)
261 Reviews
Andreea Stefanescu
12 Yoruba lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mojisola is always so patient and goes above and beyond to personalize the session. She is the best cultural guide and Yoruba teacher I could have asked for. Thank you so much for everything
Jan 28, 2024
Arieh
39 Yoruba lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mojisola is the best Yoruba teacher, so amazing and patient!
Jul 9, 2021
Medinat Lawal
4 Yoruba lessons
Just finished my second class and been having a good time learning
Nov 11, 2025
Tula
96 Yoruba lessons
Teacher’s pick
The perfect teacher! I was a little worried about starting Yoruba lessons, but the teacher is so patient, clear, and helpful that I don't feel intimidated or nervous. She makes the lessons fun, and she goes over what I'm learning as much as I need. Thank you!
Feb 12, 2022
Adesewa Adekoya
11 Yoruba lessons
Mojisola is a very patient and hard working teacher. She genuinely wants you to do well in her class and had taken her time with me. I highly suggest her!
Nov 26, 2025
OASP
1 Yoruba lesson
Mojisola is an encouraging and well-organized teacher. The lesson was a pleasure!
Sep 9, 2025
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