This Friday, join us at African Vibrations Hostel in Osu for the next Twi Café, where the theme of the week is “At the chop bar: food & cooking.” Whether you are a complete beginner or already know a few Twi phrases, this session promises to be interactive, practical, and deliciously cultural.
We start at 6.30PM with introductions and greetings, perfect for new learners to get comfortable. You’ll review the Twi alphabet, practice sounds, and learn how to introduce yourself with phrases like “Me din de …”. This is a friendly way to warm up and meet others in the group before diving into the main theme.
Then we start to explore some of the food culture. Ghanaian eating habits are more than just meals. They are social experiences. We’ll talk about some eating etiquette, places where you can have a meal, share favorite dishes, and answer questions like “Who has eaten in a chop bar already?” You will learn common cultural phrases such as “Wo ho te sɛn?” (How are you?) and “Akwaaba!” (Welcome!), along with expressions to invite someone to join you, comment on spicy food, or thank the server after a meal.
After culture we will focus on vocabulary building. Learn the Twi names of some popular dishes and commonly used ingredients. You’ll also learn key phrases for ordering food, including:
- Me pɛ … → I like …
- Medaase → Thank you
- Mepa wo kyɛw, fa bi ma me → Please, give me some
- Me pɛ sɛ me didi … → I want to eat …
- Mepa wo kyɛw, de menu no brɛ me → Please, bring me the menu
These phrases will make your next chop bar visit easier and more enjoyable.
Then we move into interactive activities. In the menu roleplay, learners take turns being the chop bar owner and customer, practicing ordering and responding naturally in Twi. Next, we’ll play “guess the food”, describing dishes in Twi while others guess which dish it is. You’ll also practice polite exchanges, asking prices and expressing enjoyment after a meal (Aduane no yɛ dɛ. Medaase → The food is delicious. Thank you).
This Twi Café session is more than a language class. It’s a cultural experience. You’ll leave with new vocabulary, confidence in ordering food, and a better understanding of Ghanaian dining culture.
Come ready to learn, laugh, and practice Twi in one of the most essential parts of Ghanaian life: the chop bar.
