fɛfɛɛfɛ
The Twi word for handsome is fɛfɛɛfɛ.
This adjective is used to describe a man who is attractive.
Meaning: of man: attractive (adj)
Did you know?
- In Ghanaian culture, calling a man fɛfɛɛfɛ often refers to a neat and well-groomed appearance rather than just innate facial features.
- Because Twi is a tonal language, the way you pitch each syllable in fɛfɛɛfɛ can change the entire energy of the compliment.
- Complimenting a stranger's appearance with fɛfɛɛfɛ in some traditional contexts can be seen as overly forward or flirtatious.
Examples in context
- Ɔbarima no yɛ fɛfɛɛfɛ.That man is handsome.
- Wo ba fɛfɛɛfɛ.Your son is handsome.
- Ogyafoɔ no yɛ fɛfɛɛfɛ paa.The officer is very handsome.
Example conversation
Akua is talking about a man she saw.
- KofiWo ahu ɔbarima fɛfɛɛfɛ no?Have you seen the handsome man?
- AkuaƐnn, me nni hɔ.No, I haven't.
- KofiƆyɛ fɛfɛɛfɛ paa!He is very handsome!
- AkuaMepɛ sɛ mehu no.I want to see him.
