How to Say “Time” in Twi

By •
bere
The Twi word for the measurement of a quantity of time is bere.
bere is used as a noun to refer to a measurement of a quantity of time.
Meaning: measurement of a quantity of time (noun)

Did you know?

  • The concept of 'time' in Twi culture is often viewed more through the lens of events and occurrences rather than the strict, ticking minutes used in Western clock-time.
  • In some Akan dialects, the word bere can be used in idioms to describe a person's patience or their ability to 'wait for the right time' in social negotiations.
  • Twi speakers may use the phrase bere a to introduce a narrative, which functions similarly to 'once upon a time' but literally translates closer to 'the time that'.

Examples in context

  • Bere bi.
    A certain time.
  • Sɛ bere no bɛba a.
    When the time comes.

Example conversation

Kwesi and Adwoa are discussing when to leave for a trip.

  1. Kwesi

    Adwoa, bere bɛdu.
    Adwoa, the time will be up.
  2. Adwoa

    Bere bɛyɛ dɛ a yɛbɛkɔ.
    It will be a good time when we go.
  3. Kwesi

    Yɛnkɔ seesei.
    Let us go now.
  4. Adwoa

    Kɔ, mɛba.
    Go, I will come.
⭐Share⭐ to appreciate human effort 🙏
Kate Heather
Kate HeatherHelp make this guide better. Spot a mistake, know another way to say it, or have an example from real life? Share it below.
guest
0 Comments
Newest
Oldest Most Voted
Scroll to Top