ndɔ
The Ewe word for hello is ndɔ.
ndɔ is used as an interjection to express a greeting.
Meaning: greeting (intj)
Did you know?
- The Ewe language uses a system of tones, meaning that changing the pitch of the vowel in ndɔ can completely change the word's meaning to something unrelated to a greeting.
- In many parts of Ghana and Togo where Ewe is spoken, greetings are often prolonged into a short exchange about one's health or work rather than a single word.
- It is considered impolite in many Ewe contexts to greet someone without first acknowledging their status or title.
Example conversation
Kofi and Ama meet on the street.
- KofiNdɔ, Ama!Hello, Ama!
- AmaNdɔ, Kofi!Hello, Kofi!
- KofiƐ̃, efɔ̃a?Yes, how are you?
- AmaMefɔ̃, akpe.I am fine, thanks.
