brɛ
The Twi word brɛ means tired.
This word is used to describe someone or something that is in need of rest or sleep.
Meaning: in need of rest or sleep (adj)
Did you know?
- In certain Akan contexts, brɛ can be used to describe the 'tiredness' of an inanimate object, such as a worn-out piece of clothing.
- While brɛ describes the feeling of being tired, if you want to say you are 'exhausted' to the point of collapsing, you might use the term tumi in a negative context to show your strength is depleted.
- The phrase me brɛ can be a way to express that you are emotionally overwhelmed or 'tired' of life's struggles, moving far beyond physical fatigue.
Examples in context
- M'ani yɛ brɛ.I am tired.
Example conversation
Akua and Yaw are returning home from a long walk.
- AkuaYaw, wobrɛ anaa?Yaw, are you tired?
- YawAane, me brɛ paa.Yes, I am very tired.
- AkuaYɛnkɔ fie na yɛnka nsu.Let's go home and drink water.
- YawƐyɛThat is fine.
