ayekoo
The English phrase "good job" is translated to Twi as ayekoo.
ayekoo is used to acknowledge someone's hard work or successful effort after they have finished something.
Meaning: a phrase used to praise for a good job or efforts (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The term ayekoo is a contraction used to express praise or congratulations for a completed task or achievement.
Did you know?
- Depending on the context, ayekoo can be used ironically to tease someone who has made a clumsy mistake or a failed attempt.
- The phrase can be shortened or elongated in tone to change its social weight, with a higher pitch often used for children and a deeper, more resonant tone used for respected elders.
- Using ayekoo to a stranger who is working hard on the street is a common way to initiate a polite and friendly interaction in Ghana.
Examples in context
- Ayekoo paa!Good job indeed!
- Wo ayekoo wɔ adwuma no mu.You did a good job with the work.
Example conversation
Yaw is praising Ama for finishing her homework.
- YawAyekoo, Ama!Good job, Ama!
- AmaMeda wo ase, Yaw.Thank you, Yaw.
- YawWo ayɛ adwuma pa.You have done good work.
- AmaƐyɛ m'ani kwan.I am glad.
