medaase
medaase is the Twi way to say thanks.
medaase is used to express appreciation or gratitude. To increase the intensity of your gratitude, you can say medaase paa, which means thanks very much or thanks a lot.
Meaning: used to express appreciation or gratitude (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The word medaase is a contraction of the phrase me da wo ase. In this phrase, me means I, da means to lay or place, wo means you and ase means base or bottom, literally meaning I lay [thanks] at your base.
How does it change in a sentence?
While medaase is the common noun or interjection used for thanks, you can use the full verbal phrase meda wo ase to explicitly say I thank you.
Did you know?
- In Akan culture, gratitude is often accompanied by a slight nod or the use of the right hand, as using the left hand to gesture while saying medaase can be seen as disrespectful.
- The verb 'da' used in the full phrase 'me da wo ase' can also mean 'to sleep' or 'to lie down', adding a layer of stillness and repose to the act of thanking.
- The literal meaning of medaase implies a posture of humility, as 'laying' something at someone's 'base' mirrors the traditional act of bowing or kneeling to show respect.
Examples in context
- Medaase.Thanks.
- Medaase paa.Many thanks.
Example conversation
Kofi gives Ama a gift for her birthday.
- KofiAma, eyi yɛ wo.Ama, this is for you.
- AmaMedaase, Kofi!Thanks, Kofi!
- KofiWo nnyɛ ho hwee.You are welcome.
- AmaƐyɛ fɛ paa.It is very beautiful.
