How to Say “I Am Hungry” in Twi

By Kate Heather • Updated October 3, 2026

Ɛkɔm de me

The English phrase "I am hungry" is expressed in Twi as Ɛkɔm de me.

This phrase is used to express a physical need for food.

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase literally translates to "Hunger has taken/caught me".

Did you know?

The word Ɛkɔm is used in Twi proverbs to symbolize not just a lack of food, but a desperate longing or craving for any missing necessity in life.
In Twi, the word Ɛkɔm does not only refer to the feeling of hunger but also means 'famine' or 'starvation'.
In many Ghanaian social settings, expressing that 'hunger has caught you' is an accepted way to prompt a host to offer food without appearing demanding.

Examples in context

Ɛkɔm de me paa.
I am very hungry.
Ɛkɔm de me nnɛ.
I am hungry today.
Mepaakyɛw, Ɛkɔm de me.
Please, I am hungry.

Example conversation

Kwesi and Akua are talking at home before dinner.

Kwesi

Akua, Ɛkɔm de me.
Akua, I am hungry.
Akua

Aduane no reno.
The food is cooking.
Kwesi

Ɛbɛyɛ aduane nkyɛn?
When will the food be ready?
Akua

Ɛbɛyɛ nnua yi ara.
It will be ready right now.

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About The Author

Kate Heather

Hello there! I'm Kate, an English to Twi language enthusiast and your go-to guide for everything Twi! I just love the melodious tone of the language. From sharing the intricacies of saying "Are You Ok?" to explaining how to pronounce "Beautiful" and "Blessing" in Twi, I've got you covered! I'm an avid traveler. In my downtime, I love baking (next mission - Cake in Twi) and exploring the local literature. If you share my fascination with languages or Ghanaian culture, let's embark on this linguistic journey together! Alongside Twi, I have fallen for Ga, so I now share guides on saying everyday words in Ga too.

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