Dz – Dzata = lionGb – Agbe = lifeKp – kpe = stoneNy- Nyonu = womanTs – Tsitsake = forgiveness Ewe Exercise for beginners Test your knowledge to see how far you’ve come with your Ewe lessons. V + a =A + a =B + a =X + ɔ =V + e =ŋ + u…
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…
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…
In the Ewe language, the days of the week are called Kɔsiɖa ŋkekewo. These names are commonly used in everyday speech, writing, and cultural contexts, and they are written without tone marks. Learning the Ewe names for the days of the week helps beginners talk about time, plan activities, and understand basic conversations. Starting with…
Nasalization is a feature in Ewe that describes how air flows during pronunciation. When a vowel is nasalized, air passes through both the mouth and the nose, giving the sound a distinctive nasal quality. This is an important aspect of Ewe pronunciation because it can change the meaning of words. It’s important to note that…
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…