ahwehwɛ
The Twi word for mirror is ahwehwɛ.
ahwehwɛ is used to refer to a smooth, reflecting surface, such as a mirror.
Meaning: smooth reflecting surface (noun)
Did you know?
- In Twi culture, certain reflective objects are sometimes seen as more than just tools for grooming, potentially acting as spiritual conduits in traditional contexts.
- In Twi, the root hwɛ is so versatile that it forms the basis for verbs meaning 'to look', 'to watch' and 'to take care of'.
- While ahwehwɛ is the noun for mirror, the verb hwehwɛ can shift meaning entirely to mean 'to search' or 'to seek'.
Examples in context
- Ahwehwɛ no yɛ fɛ.The mirror is beautiful.
- Mepɛ sɛ mehwɛ me ho wɔ ahwehwɛ no mu.I want to see myself in the mirror.
Example conversation
Akua and Kwesi are getting ready in the bedroom.
- AkuaKwesi, gye ahwehwɛ no ma me.Kwesi, give the mirror to me.
- KwesiƐyɛ eyi, Akua?Is it this one, Akua?
- AkuaAane, ɛyɛ eyi.Yes, it is this one.
- KwesiMa me anomaa.Take it, please.
