kunu
The Twi word for husband is kunu.
kunu is a noun used to refer to a male partner in a marriage.
Meaning: male partner in marriage (noun)
Did you know?
- In many Akan cultures, including those speaking Twi, a woman might refer to her husband as 'me ɔhene', which translates to 'my king'.
- In traditional Akan society, the relationship between a kunu and his wife was historically governed by the 'knocking' ceremony, where the husband's family formally requests the woman's hand.
- The term kunu is used in a society where polygyny was traditionally practiced, meaning one man could be the kunu to multiple wives.
Examples in context
- Me kunu yɛ ɔhene.My husband is a king.
- Wo kunu bɛba?Will your husband come?
- Kunu no wɔ fie.The husband is at home.
Example conversation
Afia is talking to Kwesi about her family.
- AfiaMe kunu bé ba nân.My husband will come soon.
- KwesiKunu no ba kæseè nân?Is the husband coming now?
- AfiaAane, me kunu reba seesei.Yes, my husband is coming now.
- KwesiMehu no.I see him.
