kosua
The Twi word for egg is kosua.
kosua refers to the edible egg of a domestic fowl, or the contents of such an egg used as food.
Meaning: edible egg of a domestic fowl, the contents of such an egg or eggs used as food (noun)
Did you know?
- In many Akan-speaking areas, the word kosua is used metaphorically to describe a person who is easily deceived or foolish.
- In some Ghanaian traditional beliefs, an egg can be used as a symbolic object in spiritual rituals to 'absorb' negativity or bad luck from a person.
- In the markets of Ghana, you will often find kosua sold as a street snack boiled in large pots and served with a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
Examples in context
- Kosua no yɛ dɛ.The egg is delicious.
- Wopɛ kosua anaa?Do you want an egg?
Example conversation
Ama and Kwame are preparing breakfast in the kitchen.
- AmaKwame, kosua bi wɔ ha?Kwame, are there any eggs here?
- KwameAane, ɛwɔ afriyimu no mu.Yes, they are in the fridge.
- AmaMɛnoa kosua yi mpo.I will boil this egg too.
- KwameKɔyɛ adeɛ no mpo.Go ahead and do it.
