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! Twi !! | ! Twi !! Pronunciation !! English | ||
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|nsowan||ənsɔwa᷆n||shirt | | nsowan || ənsɔwa᷆n || shirt | ||
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|anote||anɔtɛ||dress | | anote || anɔtɛ || dress | ||
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|ntop|| | | ntop || ntõp || shorts | ||
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| nsikum || ənsikum || pants | | nsikum || ənsikum || pants | ||
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* Person 2: Yɛpɛ. Mepɛ anɔtɛ bi nso. (Yes. I also want a new dress.) | * Person 2: Yɛpɛ. Mepɛ anɔtɛ bi nso. (Yes. I also want a new dress.) | ||
== Traditional Clothing == | |||
==Traditional Clothing== | |||
Twi people have a unique culture, and traditional clothing plays an essential role in it. Traditional Twi clothing is colorful and vibrant, and it portrays the rich history of the community. | Twi people have a unique culture, and traditional clothing plays an essential role in it. Traditional Twi clothing is colorful and vibrant, and it portrays the rich history of the community. | ||
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{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
!Twi!!Pronunciation!!English | ! Twi !! Pronunciation !! English | ||
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|kaba||kaba||traditional blouse | | kaba || kaba || traditional blouse | ||
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|slit||slit||traditional skirt | | slit || slit || traditional skirt | ||
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|batakari||batakari||smock | | batakari || batakari || smock | ||
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|adinkra cloth||adinkra klos||adinkra cloth | | adinkra cloth || adinkra klos || adinkra cloth | ||
|} | |} | ||
In Twi culture, the kente cloth is also popular. It is a colorful cloth made of interwoven silk and cotton, and it is worn during important occasions such as weddings, festivals, and other ceremonies. | In Twi culture, the kente cloth is also popular. It is a colorful cloth made of interwoven silk and cotton, and it is worn during important occasions such as weddings, festivals, and other ceremonies. | ||
*Person 1: Wo de kaba nie? (Do you have a traditional blouse?) | * Person 1: Wo de kaba nie? (Do you have a traditional blouse?) | ||
*Person 2: Mepɛ kaba a nso ma wo. (I also want to give you a traditional blouse.) | * Person 2: Mepɛ kaba a nso ma wo. (I also want to give you a traditional blouse.) | ||
==Seasons and Clothing== | == Seasons and Clothing == | ||
The seasons can also greatly affect the type of clothing we wear. For example, in Twi, during the rainy season, people tend to wear thicker fabrics to protect themselves from the cold. | The seasons can also greatly affect the type of clothing we wear. For example, in Twi, during the rainy season, people tend to wear thicker fabrics to protect themselves from the cold. | ||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
!Twi!!Pronunciation!!English | ! Twi !! Pronunciation !! English | ||
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|ahinan||ahinaᴐn||rainy season | | ahinan || ahinaᴐn || rainy season | ||
|- | |- | ||
|ahumaso||ahumasɔ||dry season | | ahumaso || ahumasɔ || dry season | ||
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|asimmɔn||asimmɔ̃n||harmattan season | | asimmɔn || asimmɔ̃n || harmattan season | ||
|} | |} | ||
*Person 1: Wo yɛ asimmɔn adwuma a na wote montie abrabɔ? (Do you work in the harmattan season? Do you wear warm clothes?) | * Person 1: Wo yɛ asimmɔn adwuma a na wote montie abrabɔ? (Do you work in the harmattan season? Do you wear warm clothes?) | ||
*Person 2: Yoo, mepɛ nsowan a wɔahyia so. (Yes, I wear a shirt that covers my neck.) | * Person 2: Yoo, mepɛ nsowan a wɔahyia so. (Yes, I wear a shirt that covers my neck.) | ||
==Western Clothing== | == Western Clothing == | ||
In addition to traditional clothing, Twi people also wear western clothing introduced by European colonization. Here are some common western clothing items in Twi: | In addition to traditional clothing, Twi people also wear western clothing introduced by European colonization. Here are some common western clothing items in Twi: | ||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
!Twi!!Pronunciation!!English | ! Twi !! Pronunciation !! English | ||
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|jinns||dʒinns||jeans | | jinns || dʒinns || jeans | ||
|- | |- | ||
|t-shirt||tiishɛti||t-shirt | | t-shirt || tiishɛti || t-shirt | ||
|- | |- | ||
|jumper||gyempera||sweater | | jumper || gyempera || sweater | ||
|} | |} | ||
*Person 1: Wo de jumper hɔ na woabɔ nso tworɔ? (Do you have a sweater that matches your trousers?) | * Person 1: Wo de jumper hɔ na woabɔ nso tworɔ? (Do you have a sweater that matches your trousers?) | ||
*Person 2: Mebɛtwere jinns a wonsa frɛ me wɔ ɔman no so. (I will wear jeans that match my shirt.) | * Person 2: Mebɛtwere jinns a wonsa frɛ me wɔ ɔman no so. (I will wear jeans that match my shirt.) | ||
==Conclusion== | == Conclusion == | ||
In conclusion, clothing plays an essential role in Twi culture and daily life. By learning the Twi vocabulary for essential clothing items, you will better understand the culture and communicate more effectively with Twi speakers. Don't hesitate to practice and ask questions to improve further. | In conclusion, clothing plays an essential role in Twi culture and daily life. By learning the Twi vocabulary for essential clothing items, you will better understand the culture and communicate more effectively with Twi speakers. Don't hesitate to practice and ask questions to improve further. | ||
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==Other Lessons== | ==Other Lessons== | ||
*[[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Days-of-the-Week|Days of the Week]] | * [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Days-of-the-Week|Days of the Week]] | ||
*[[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Feelings-and-Emotions|Feelings and Emotions]] | * [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Feelings-and-Emotions|Feelings and Emotions]] | ||
*[[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Greetings|Greetings]] | * [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Greetings|Greetings]] | ||
*[[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Akan-Calendar|Akan Calendar]] | * [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Akan-Calendar|Akan Calendar]] | ||
*[[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Fruits|Fruits]] | * [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Fruits|Fruits]] | ||
*[[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Health|Health]] | * [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Health|Health]] | ||
*[[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Days-of-the-week|Days of the week]] | * [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Days-of-the-week|Days of the week]] | ||
*[[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Count-to-10|Count to 10]] | * [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Count-to-10|Count to 10]] | ||
*[[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Colors|Colors]] | * [[Language/Twi/Vocabulary/Colors|Colors]] | ||
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==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
*[https://learnakandictionary.com/english-twi/wear/ Twi Translation of "wear" | English-Twi Dictionary | Twi-English ...] | * [https://learnakandictionary.com/english-twi/wear/ Twi Translation of "wear" | English-Twi Dictionary | Twi-English ...] | ||
*[https://learnakan.com/twi-domestic-items/ Twi Names of Some Domestic Items | LEARNAKAN] | * [https://learnakan.com/twi-domestic-items/ Twi Names of Some Domestic Items | LEARNAKAN] | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:28, 26 October 2023
Hi Twi learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn useful vocabulary related to clothes in Twi. Clothing is an essential part of our daily lives, and it can also reveal a lot about our culture and history. Therefore, it is essential to learn the names of different clothing items in Twi to communicate efficiently with Twi speakers and also understand their culture.
To improve your Twi vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Basic Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's start with some basic vocabulary related to clothing.
| Twi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| nsowan | ənsɔwa᷆n | shirt |
| anote | anɔtɛ | dress |
| ntop | ntõp | shorts |
| nsikum | ənsikum | pants |
| asokpo | asɔkpɔ | skirt |
| gyatabrɛ | dʒatabraᴐ | hat/cap |
| nkɔtɔ | ŋkɔtɔ | shoes |
| nwinini | ənwi᷆ni | socks |
Here are some examples of how to use these words in a conversation:
- Person 1: Wo ho nsikum foforo no? (Do you have new pants?)
- Person 2: Yɛpɛ. Mepɛ anɔtɛ bi nso. (Yes. I also want a new dress.)
Traditional Clothing[edit | edit source]
Twi people have a unique culture, and traditional clothing plays an essential role in it. Traditional Twi clothing is colorful and vibrant, and it portrays the rich history of the community.
Here is some vocabulary related to traditional Twi clothing:
| Twi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| kaba | kaba | traditional blouse |
| slit | slit | traditional skirt |
| batakari | batakari | smock |
| adinkra cloth | adinkra klos | adinkra cloth |
In Twi culture, the kente cloth is also popular. It is a colorful cloth made of interwoven silk and cotton, and it is worn during important occasions such as weddings, festivals, and other ceremonies.
- Person 1: Wo de kaba nie? (Do you have a traditional blouse?)
- Person 2: Mepɛ kaba a nso ma wo. (I also want to give you a traditional blouse.)
Seasons and Clothing[edit | edit source]
The seasons can also greatly affect the type of clothing we wear. For example, in Twi, during the rainy season, people tend to wear thicker fabrics to protect themselves from the cold.
| Twi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ahinan | ahinaᴐn | rainy season |
| ahumaso | ahumasɔ | dry season |
| asimmɔn | asimmɔ̃n | harmattan season |
- Person 1: Wo yɛ asimmɔn adwuma a na wote montie abrabɔ? (Do you work in the harmattan season? Do you wear warm clothes?)
- Person 2: Yoo, mepɛ nsowan a wɔahyia so. (Yes, I wear a shirt that covers my neck.)
Western Clothing[edit | edit source]
In addition to traditional clothing, Twi people also wear western clothing introduced by European colonization. Here are some common western clothing items in Twi:
| Twi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| jinns | dʒinns | jeans |
| t-shirt | tiishɛti | t-shirt |
| jumper | gyempera | sweater |
- Person 1: Wo de jumper hɔ na woabɔ nso tworɔ? (Do you have a sweater that matches your trousers?)
- Person 2: Mebɛtwere jinns a wonsa frɛ me wɔ ɔman no so. (I will wear jeans that match my shirt.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
In conclusion, clothing plays an essential role in Twi culture and daily life. By learning the Twi vocabulary for essential clothing items, you will better understand the culture and communicate more effectively with Twi speakers. Don't hesitate to practice and ask questions to improve further.
Remember, to improve your Twi vocabulary, you can also check the Polyglot Club website, and feel free to ask any questions you may have!
➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎
Upon wrapping up this lesson, take a look at these related pages: Twi Vocabulary → Leisure Time Vocabulary, Common Foods, Count to 10 & How to Say Hello and Greetings.
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Days of the Week
- Feelings and Emotions
- Greetings
- Akan Calendar
- Fruits
- Health
- Days of the week
- Count to 10
- Colors
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Twi Translation of "wear" | English-Twi Dictionary | Twi-English ...
- Twi Names of Some Domestic Items | LEARNAKAN