Ewe names are rich in meaning and cultural significance. In the Ewe tradition, names often reflect faith, character, family values, circumstances of birth, or gratitude to God (Mawu). These names are not just identifiers; they carry stories, identity, and heritage passed down through generations.
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.
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…
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…
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…
In Ewe, a vowel is called ablɔɖe gbeɖiɖi, which is pronounced smoothly and can flow easily when spoken. The Ewe language has 7 vowels (ablɔɖe gbeɖiɖiwo) in total. Each vowel has an uppercase and lowercase form, and they form the foundation for syllables and words in Ewe. Below is a list of all Ewe vowels…