How to Say “Hey” in Twi

By Hugh Roger • Updated September 29, 2026

aane

The Twi word for the informal greeting "hey" is aane.

Meaning: informal greeting (intj)

Did you know?

The word aane is part of the Akan language family, which is a tonal language where changing the pitch can entirely change the meaning of a word.

Example conversation

Adwoa sees Kwame walking toward her in the street.

Adwoa

Aane, Kwame!
Hey, Kwame!
Kwame

Aane, Adwoa. Wo ho te sen?
Hey, Adwoa. How are you?
Adwoa

Me ho yɛ, na wo nso?
I am fine, and you?
Kwame

Me nso me ho yɛ.
I am also fine.

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About The Author

Hugh Roger

Akwaaba! My name is Hugh. I've found a unique passion in studying Twi, the beautiful and rich language of Ghana. When I am not immersed in the world of linguistics, you'll probably find me exploring Ghanaian culture, marveling at the intricate patterns of Kente cloth or experimenting with the delicious flavors of banku and okro stew. My other interests include hiking and bird watching, as inspired by the unique biodiversity of Ghana. Wo ho te sɛn? I hope it's as great as mine because of our shared interest in Twi. Yɛbɛhyia bio! ("We'll meet again!")

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