Edo awu yibɔ → He is wearing a black shirt.
Ama do afɔkpa ɣi → Ama is wearing white shoes.
Papa do awu dzĩ → Papa is wearing a red shirt.
Edo awu ŋgba ɖiɖi → He wearing a yellow shirt.
Kofi do awu gbemumu → Kofi waering a green shirt.
Understanding tone marks in Ewe language is essential to writing and speaking Ewe. Omitting these diacritics can change the meaning of a sentence. That is why I have written an article explaining the differences between letters and diacritics, to help you start learning Ewe correctly and avoid picking up mistakes. Tone Marks in Ewe (ŋɔŋlɔ…
Tone and nasalization are two important features of spoken Ewe, but they are often misunderstood by new learners. While both affect pronunciation and meaning, tone and nasalization are not the same thing, and neither belongs to the Ewe alphabet itself. This article explains the difference clearly and shows how each functions in written Ewe. What…
Are you living in Ho and looking to improve your Ewe skills? Ewe Alphabet for Beginners is a complete guide to help you discover all 30 letters, vowels, and consonants, and understand the basics of Ewe writing. It is designed for Ewe teachers, schools teaching Ewe, books, and digital publishing across the Volta Region, making…
In the Ewe language, the months of the year are called Ƒe ɣletitwo. Unlike the 12 months in the Gregorian calendar, the Ewe calendar has 13 months, each with its own name and significance. These month names are used to talk about seasons, farming cycles, cultural events, and daily life. Learning the Ewe names of…
Ewe English Dzata Lion Atiglinyi Elephant Lo Crocodile Kese Monkey Da Snake Lãkle Tiger Xevi Bird Kisi Rat Adoglo Lizard Hɔ̃ Eagle Akãga Vulture Afi Mouse Agalã Crab Klo Tortoise
Learning the Ewe consonants is the first step toward reading and writing in the Ewe language. There are 23 consonants in total, each with an uppercase and lowercase form. Some letters, like Ɖ, Ƒ, Ɣ, Ŋ, and ʋ, have unique shapes that represent sounds not found in English. Below is a simple list of all…