How to Say “Wear” in Twi

By Hugh Roger • Updated October 4, 2026

hyɛ

The Twi verb for 'wear' is hyɛ.

hyɛ is used to describe the act of having clothes or accessories on one's body.

Meaning: to have on (clothes or accessories) (verb)

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The verb hyɛ can also be used in idiomatic expressions to mean 'to carry' or 'to bear' a certain responsibility or weight.
In Ghana, the way you hyɛ a piece of Kente cloth communicates specific social status and meanings through the patterns and colors of the fabric.
The word hyɛ can be used in contexts relating to 'binding' or 'fastening', which reflects the way many traditional Ghanaian garments are wrapped and tied.

Example conversation

Yaw and Ama are getting ready to go out.

Yaw

Ama, dɛn hyɛ wɛ nnumyaseɛ fɛ no?
Ama, why are you wearing that new dress?
Ama

Me hyɛ no efisɛ ɛyɛ mɛ nɛm.
I am wearing it because I like it.
Yaw

Kɛ hyɛ ntumɛ fɛ nso.
Wear a new cloth too.
Ama

Mɛ bɛ hyɛ bi a ɛyɛ fɛ.
I will wear something beautiful.

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Hugh Roger

Akwaaba! My name is Hugh. I've found a unique passion in studying Twi, the beautiful and rich language of Ghana. When I am not immersed in the world of linguistics, you'll probably find me exploring Ghanaian culture, marveling at the intricate patterns of Kente cloth or experimenting with the delicious flavors of banku and okro stew. My other interests include hiking and bird watching, as inspired by the unique biodiversity of Ghana. Wo ho te sɛn? I hope it's as great as mine because of our shared interest in Twi. Yɛbɛhyia bio! ("We'll meet again!")

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