Ewe won’t believe it!

Unbelievable Facts about Ewe

Ewe, also known as Eʋe or Eʋegbe, is a language spoken in Togo, Ghana, and some parts of Benin. It belongs to the Gbe language family and has over 3 million speakers. Ewe is a tonal language, meaning that the pitch or tone in which a word is pronounced can change its meaning. For example, the word «kple» can mean «to pick» or «to deceive» depending on the tone used.

Ewe’s Unique Writing System

One of the most interesting aspects of Ewe is its writing system. Ewe was traditionally a spoken language, and it was not until the 19th century that missionaries developed a writing system for it. The Ewe writing system is based on the Latin alphabet but includes additional characters to represent sounds that are not found in English. For example, the letter «ɖ» is used to represent the sound «d» as in «dog.»

Ewe Proverbs and Sayings

Ewe culture is rich in proverbs and sayings that reflect the wisdom and values of the community. One well-known Ewe proverb is «Se wo were fi na wosan kofa a, yenni obiara,» which translates to «If you climb a good tree, you get a push.» This proverb emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences and making wise choices.

Ewe Traditional Festivals

Ewe people celebrate a variety of traditional festivals throughout the year. One of the most popular festivals is the Hogbetsotso festival, which takes place in the town of Anloga in Ghana. This festival commemorates the migration of the Ewe people from Notsie to their current homeland. During the festival, there are cultural performances, drumming, dancing, and feasting.