How do You Form Words in Ewe

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…

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…

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…

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…

Fometɔwo (Family Members) Dada = mother; Danye = my mother. Fofo = father; Fofonye = my father. Vi = child; Vinye = my child. Mama = grandmother; Mamanye = my grandmother. Tagbui = grandfather; Tagbuinye = my grandfather. Tasi = aunt; Tasinye = my aunt. Togã/Toɖia = uncle; Toginye = my uncle.

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…