Twi: Common Phrases Flashcards

Yes

No

Good morning

Good afternoon

Good evening

Good Morning

Note: short for "mema wo/mo/no/wɔn akye"

Good Afternoon

Note: short for "mema wo/mo/no/wɔn aha"

Good Evening

Note: short for "mema wo/mo/no/wɔn adwo"

Good Night

Goodbye

Lit. Farewell

Yes, mister

A response to a greeting from an elder man.

Yes, madam

A response to a greeting from an elder woman.

Yes, brother/sister

A response to a greeting from a peer or someone of similar social standing.

Hello

calling to gain one's attention

Yes

response to "agoo"

How are you?

I'm fine

Please

Thank you

What's your name?

lit. We call you what?

My name is Abena

Sorry

There

Here

Welcome