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<h2>Introduction</h2>
==Introduction==


In this lesson, you will learn about basic Twi greetings and salutations. This is the first step in communicating with Twi speakers and making new friends. Greetings are an essential part of Twi culture, and learning them will help you to show respect and interest in the language and its people. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently greet people in Twi, no matter what time of day it is.  
In this lesson, you will learn about basic Twi greetings and salutations. This is the first step in communicating with Twi speakers and making new friends. Greetings are an essential part of Twi culture, and learning them will help you to show respect and interest in the language and its people. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently greet people in Twi, no matter what time of day it is.  


<h2>Common Greetings in Twi</h2>


<h3>Hello – “Aane”</h3>
<span link>Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Food|Food]] & [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Express-Surprise|Express Surprise]].</span>
==Common Greetings in Twi==
 
===Hello – “Aane”===


The most common greeting in Twi is “Aane” (pronounced ah-ne). This is a simple and informal way of saying hello. Use it with friends, family members, and people you know well. The word “aane” is versatile, and you can use it at any time of day.
The most common greeting in Twi is “Aane” (pronounced ah-ne). This is a simple and informal way of saying hello. Use it with friends, family members, and people you know well. The word “aane” is versatile, and you can use it at any time of day.
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<h3>Good Morning – “Maakye”</h3>
===Good Morning – “Maakye”===


“Maakye” (pronounced mah-chi-ay) means “Good morning” in Twi. This greeting is used from dawn until midday, and it is a friendly way of showing consideration and interest in someone's well-being.
“Maakye” (pronounced mah-chi-ay) means “Good morning” in Twi. This greeting is used from dawn until midday, and it is a friendly way of showing consideration and interest in someone's well-being.
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<h3>Good Afternoon – “Maaha”</h3>
===Good Afternoon – “Maaha”===


“Maaha” (pronounced mah-ha) is used to say “Good afternoon” in Twi. Typically, this greeting is used from midday until sunset. You can use this greeting with anyone you meet during this period of the day, whether they are friends, acquaintances, or strangers.
“Maaha” (pronounced mah-ha) is used to say “Good afternoon” in Twi. Typically, this greeting is used from midday until sunset. You can use this greeting with anyone you meet during this period of the day, whether they are friends, acquaintances, or strangers.
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<h3>Good Evening – “Da yie”</h3>
===Good Evening – “Da yie”===


“Da yie” (pronounced dah yee-ay) is how you say “Good evening” in Twi. This greeting is used when meeting someone after sunset, and it is a polite and respectful way to show interest and care for the other person.
“Da yie” (pronounced dah yee-ay) is how you say “Good evening” in Twi. This greeting is used when meeting someone after sunset, and it is a polite and respectful way to show interest and care for the other person.
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<h2>Expressions for Different Times of the Day</h2>
==Expressions for Different Times of the Day==


<h3>How are you? - “Wo ho te sɛn?”</h3>
===How are you? - “Wo ho te sɛn?”===


A common expression used in Twi is “Wo ho te sɛn?” (pronounced wo-ho-tay-sen?). This phrase can be used at any time of day and translates to “How are you?” This expression is very versatile, and you can use it with family members, friends, and acquaintances.  
A common expression used in Twi is “Wo ho te sɛn?” (pronounced wo-ho-tay-sen?). This phrase can be used at any time of day and translates to “How are you?” This expression is very versatile, and you can use it with family members, friends, and acquaintances.  
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<h3>Replying – “Me ho ye”</h3>
===Replying – “Me ho ye”===


If someone asks you “Wo ho te sɛn?”, you can reply with “Me ho ye” (pronounced may-ho-yay). This means “I am fine,” and it is the most common response to this greeting.  
If someone asks you “Wo ho te sɛn?”, you can reply with “Me ho ye” (pronounced may-ho-yay). This means “I am fine,” and it is the most common response to this greeting.  
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<h3>How was your day? - “Wubetumi awkɔ”</h3>
===How was your day? - “Wubetumi awkɔ”===


If you want to ask someone how their day has been, say “Wubetumi awkɔ” (pronounced woo-bay-too-mee-ah-koh). This is a polite way of starting a conversation and showing interest in someone's well-being.
If you want to ask someone how their day has been, say “Wubetumi awkɔ” (pronounced woo-bay-too-mee-ah-koh). This is a polite way of starting a conversation and showing interest in someone's well-being.
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<h3>Replying – “Yɛfrɛ wo ma me”</h3>
===Replying – “Yɛfrɛ wo ma me”===


If you want to respond to this greeting, you can say “Yɛfrɛ wo ma me” (pronounced yeah-fray-wo-mah-may). This means “It was good, thank you for asking.”  
If you want to respond to this greeting, you can say “Yɛfrɛ wo ma me” (pronounced yeah-fray-wo-mah-may). This means “It was good, thank you for asking.”  
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<h2>Polite Expressions in Twi</h2>
==Polite Expressions in Twi==


<h3>Please – “Me ma wo”</h3>
===Please – “Me ma wo”===


If you want to say please in Twi, you can say “Me ma wo” (pronounced may-mah-woh). This expression is used to ask someone politely to do something.
If you want to say please in Twi, you can say “Me ma wo” (pronounced may-mah-woh). This expression is used to ask someone politely to do something.
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<h3>Thank you – “Medaase”</h3>
===Thank you – “Medaase”===


To say thank you in Twi, you can say “Medaase” (pronounced may-dah-say). This expression is used to show gratitude and appreciation for something someone has done for you.
To say thank you in Twi, you can say “Medaase” (pronounced may-dah-say). This expression is used to show gratitude and appreciation for something someone has done for you.
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<h3>Excuse me – “Edua”</h3>
===Excuse me – “Edua”===


If you want to excuse yourself or make your way through a crowded area, you can say “Edua” (pronounced eh-doo-ah). This expression is used to politely interrupt someone or indicate that you want to go past them.
If you want to excuse yourself or make your way through a crowded area, you can say “Edua” (pronounced eh-doo-ah). This expression is used to politely interrupt someone or indicate that you want to go past them.
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<h3>Sorry – “Me ho yɛ”</h3>
===Sorry – “Me ho yɛ”===


If you did something wrong and want to apologize, you can say “Me ho yɛ” (pronounced may-ho-yeh). This expression is used to show regret and remorse for something you have done.
If you did something wrong and want to apologize, you can say “Me ho yɛ” (pronounced may-ho-yeh). This expression is used to show regret and remorse for something you have done.
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<h2>Conclusion</h2>
==Conclusion==


In this lesson, you have learned the basic greetings and salutations in Twi, including how to say hello, good morning, good afternoon, and good evening. You have also learned some polite expressions, such as please, thank you, excuse me, and sorry. Using these expressions in your everyday conversations will not only show your respect for Twi culture but also help you to connect with Twi speakers on a deeper level.
In this lesson, you have learned the basic greetings and salutations in Twi, including how to say hello, good morning, good afternoon, and good evening. You have also learned some polite expressions, such as please, thank you, excuse me, and sorry. Using these expressions in your everyday conversations will not only show your respect for Twi culture but also help you to connect with Twi speakers on a deeper level.


<span link>Having concluded this lesson, consider checking out these related pages: [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Numbers-11-20|Numbers 11 20]] & [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Relationship-Terms|Relationship Terms]].</span>
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==Other Lessons==
==Related Lessons==
* [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Education|Education]]
* [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Education|Education]]
* [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Colors|Colors]]
* [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Colors|Colors]]
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* [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Animals|Animals]]
* [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Akan-Calendar|Akan Calendar]]
* [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Akan-Calendar|Akan Calendar]]


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Introduction

In this lesson, you will learn about basic Twi greetings and salutations. This is the first step in communicating with Twi speakers and making new friends. Greetings are an essential part of Twi culture, and learning them will help you to show respect and interest in the language and its people. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently greet people in Twi, no matter what time of day it is.


Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: Food & Express Surprise.

Common Greetings in Twi

Hello – “Aane”

The most common greeting in Twi is “Aane” (pronounced ah-ne). This is a simple and informal way of saying hello. Use it with friends, family members, and people you know well. The word “aane” is versatile, and you can use it at any time of day.

Twi Pronunciation English
Aane ah-ne Hello

Good Morning – “Maakye”

“Maakye” (pronounced mah-chi-ay) means “Good morning” in Twi. This greeting is used from dawn until midday, and it is a friendly way of showing consideration and interest in someone's well-being.

Twi Pronunciation English
Maakye mah-chi-ay Good morning

Good Afternoon – “Maaha”

“Maaha” (pronounced mah-ha) is used to say “Good afternoon” in Twi. Typically, this greeting is used from midday until sunset. You can use this greeting with anyone you meet during this period of the day, whether they are friends, acquaintances, or strangers.

Twi Pronunciation English
Maaha mah-ha Good afternoon

Good Evening – “Da yie”

“Da yie” (pronounced dah yee-ay) is how you say “Good evening” in Twi. This greeting is used when meeting someone after sunset, and it is a polite and respectful way to show interest and care for the other person.

Twi Pronunciation English
Da yie dah yee-ay Good evening

Expressions for Different Times of the Day

How are you? - “Wo ho te sɛn?”

A common expression used in Twi is “Wo ho te sɛn?” (pronounced wo-ho-tay-sen?). This phrase can be used at any time of day and translates to “How are you?” This expression is very versatile, and you can use it with family members, friends, and acquaintances.

Twi Pronunciation English
Wo ho te sɛn? wo-ho-tay-sen? How are you?

Replying – “Me ho ye”

If someone asks you “Wo ho te sɛn?”, you can reply with “Me ho ye” (pronounced may-ho-yay). This means “I am fine,” and it is the most common response to this greeting.

Twi Pronunciation English
Me ho ye may-ho-yay I am fine

How was your day? - “Wubetumi awkɔ”

If you want to ask someone how their day has been, say “Wubetumi awkɔ” (pronounced woo-bay-too-mee-ah-koh). This is a polite way of starting a conversation and showing interest in someone's well-being.

Twi Pronunciation English
Wubetumi awkɔ woo-bay-too-mee-ah-koh How was your day?

Replying – “Yɛfrɛ wo ma me”

If you want to respond to this greeting, you can say “Yɛfrɛ wo ma me” (pronounced yeah-fray-wo-mah-may). This means “It was good, thank you for asking.”

Twi Pronunciation English
Yɛfrɛ wo ma me yeah-fray-wo-mah-may It was good, thank you for asking

Polite Expressions in Twi

Please – “Me ma wo”

If you want to say please in Twi, you can say “Me ma wo” (pronounced may-mah-woh). This expression is used to ask someone politely to do something.

Twi Pronunciation English
Me ma wo may-mah-woh Please

Thank you – “Medaase”

To say thank you in Twi, you can say “Medaase” (pronounced may-dah-say). This expression is used to show gratitude and appreciation for something someone has done for you.

Twi Pronunciation English
Medaase may-dah-say Thank you

Excuse me – “Edua”

If you want to excuse yourself or make your way through a crowded area, you can say “Edua” (pronounced eh-doo-ah). This expression is used to politely interrupt someone or indicate that you want to go past them.

Twi Pronunciation English
Edua eh-doo-ah Excuse me

Sorry – “Me ho yɛ”

If you did something wrong and want to apologize, you can say “Me ho yɛ” (pronounced may-ho-yeh). This expression is used to show regret and remorse for something you have done.

Twi Pronunciation English
Me ho yɛ may-ho-yeh Sorry

Conclusion

In this lesson, you have learned the basic greetings and salutations in Twi, including how to say hello, good morning, good afternoon, and good evening. You have also learned some polite expressions, such as please, thank you, excuse me, and sorry. Using these expressions in your everyday conversations will not only show your respect for Twi culture but also help you to connect with Twi speakers on a deeper level.


Having concluded this lesson, consider checking out these related pages: Numbers 11 20 & Relationship Terms.

Table of Contents - Twi Course - 0 to A1


Introduction to Twi Pronouns


Basic Greetings and Expressions


Twi Sentence Structure


Numbers and Counting


Twi Verbs and Tenses


Family and Relationships


Twi Naming System


Food and Dining


Twi Adjectives and Adverbs


Travel and Transportation


Twi Proverbs and Sayings


Weather and Seasons


Twi Prepositions and Conjunctions


Hobbies and Leisure Activities


Twi Music and Dance

Videos

Twi Greetings | Good Morning, Good Afternoon, Good Evening in ...

How to say "Hello" ? Greetings in Twi - Learn Twi with Efia BAE #6 ...

Twi Language Conversation | Twi Vocabulary | How To Greet And ...

Twi Season's Greetings | Happy Birthday, Happy Easter, Merry ...

Twi Greetings / Nkyea | Learn Twi with Opoku | Asante twi | Twi ...

Other Lessons

Sources


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