How to Say “Good Luck” in Twi

By Andrew Brett • Updated October 2, 2026

anyunkabere

anyunkabere is the Twi way to say good luck.

anyunkabere is used to wish fortune on someone or to offer encouragement.

Meaning: used to wish fortune on someone or as encouragement (intj)

Did you know?

To wish someone luck in a business venture specifically, one might use expressions involving 'opening' or 'expanding' one's paths.
In many Twi-speaking contexts, instead of wishing for 'luck', people often offer a blessing, such as Nyame nka wo which means 'May God be with you'.
Because Twi is a tonal language, changing the pitch of the syllables in anyunkabere can completely alter the intended meaning of the words.

Example conversation

Kwesi is wishing Afia luck before an exam.

Kwesi

Afia, anyunkabere wɔ wo dwumadie no ho.
Afia, good luck with your task.
Afia

Medaase, Kwesi.
Thank you, Kwesi.
Kwesi

Yɛn bɛhyia akyi.
We will meet later.
Afia

Kyerɛ me kwan.
See you then.

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About The Author

Andrew Brett

Akwaaba! I'm Andrew, with a passion for Twi. I love sharing what I know, helping you navigate Twi from 'Good Morning' to 'Goodbye', from 'Aunt' to 'Uncle', and beyond. My posts shed light on formal and informal expressions, imbuing you with great confidence when you converse. But I'm not all about languages! I also enjoy afrobeat music, a competitive game of draughts, and I have a soft spot for kelewele, a spicy plantain dish. Alongside Twi, I have fallen for Ewe, so I now share guides on saying everyday words in Ewe too. Let's learn Twi together!

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