Ghanaian History, Language, and Culture Review

A comprehensive set of vocabulary flashcards covering Ghana's basic facts, flag symbolism, Twi greetings, fruits, vegetables, day names, family structures, regional crops, and Ashanti crafts.

Africa

The second largest continent in the world, after Asia.

16

The total number of regions in Ghana.

John Dramani Mahama

The President mentioned in the transcript.

Gold Coast

The original name of Ghana.

Green (Ghana Flag)

Represents agriculture.

Yellow/Gold (Ghana Flag)

Represents mineral wealth (Gold Coast).

Red (Ghana Flag)

Represents the blood of the forefathers who fought for independence.

Akwaaba

The Twi word for 'Welcome'.

Medaase

The Twi word for 'Thank you'.

Ete sən?

The Twi phrase for 'How are you?'

Na wo nso ə?

The Twi phrase for 'And you?'

Me din de

The Twi phrase for 'My name is…'

Kube

The Twi word for coconut.

Ankaa / Akutu

The Twi words for orange.

Kwadu

The Twi word for banana.

Brofere

The Twi word for papaya.

Pəə

The Twi word for avocado.

Abiebire

The Twi word for pineapple.

Bordeə

The Twi word for plantain.

Atoosi

The Twi word for tomato.

Mako

The Twi word for pepper.

Gyeene / Aleye

The Twi words for onion.

Effee

The Twi word for pumpkin.

Maakyə

The Twi greeting for 'Morning' or 'Good Morning'.

Awia

The Twi word for 'Afternoon'.

Anwummere

The Twi word for 'Evening'.

Maaha

The Twi greeting for 'Good Afternoon'.

Maadwo

The Twi greeting for 'Good Evening'.

Adwoa

The Monday day name for a female.

Abena

The Tuesday female day name meaning 'Wisdom'.

Yaa

The Thursday female day name meaning 'Bravery'.

Ama

The Saturday day name for a female.

Akosua

The Sunday day name for a female.

Kwadwo

The Monday day name for a male.

Kofi

The Friday male day name meaning 'Traveler / Wanderer'.

Yaw

The Thursday day name for a male.

Agoo

The Twi term for 'Knocking / May I come in?'

Amee

The Twi term for 'Come in / Is anyone there?'

Bra mu

The Twi phrase for 'Come inside'.

Five Akan Clans

Asona, Bretuo, Akyem, Agona, and Aduana.

Yam

The main food crop for Northern Ghana and a food crop for Southern Ghana.

Sorghum

The major crop identified for Northern Ghana.

Southern Ghana Food Crops

Yam, Cocoyam, Cassava, and Maize.

Southern Ghana Cash Crops

Cocoa and Kola nuts.

Ashanti Major Crafts

Weaving, wood carving, ceramics, and metal work.

Wood Carvers

Craftspeople who make wooden stools, talking drums, and sculptures.

Iron

A metal used for making farming tools and household utensils.

Brass and Gold

Metals used for making gold weights and ceremonial objects.

Gold Weight Designs

Geometric shapes, animals, and human figures.