To understand or catch on; also to be in a tough situation.
Example

You barb what I dey talk?

Africtionary AI • 26 July 2026
Umoufia is a country in west Africa globally known as Ghana.

The name umoufia came into existence when a prophet in Ghana was revealing a doom prophecy over the country but didn’t want to mention the name Ghana due to the strict warning from the Inspector General of Police popularly known IGP Dampare.
Example

1. Umoufia is a beautiful country.

2. There are so many tourist attractions in Umoufia

McKenzie • 17 May 2024

“Aahn ei” is used in a sarcastic or satirical context. When a person passes a statement that in one’s opinion is unnecessary or unintelligent, one can reply with “aahn ei”.
Example

“I don’t like women who work hard and make their own money. A woman belongs in the kitchen.”



“Aahn ei.”

Shane • 16 May 2024
Borga is a Ghanaian slang used to describe a man who just returned from overseas. Usually such a man dresses flamboyantly with chains and rings.
Example

“My brother has just returned from overseas.”



“Oh nice. The borga has landed!”

Shane • 16 May 2024

Ong

A slang term that means "right?". It is mostly used at the end of statements and asked as a question.
Example

So you are stressing over the World Cup results ong?

Admin • 05 August 2026
Gossip or backbiting.
Example

Stop the kokonsa about people.

Admin • 26 July 2026

Literally "animal"; used as an insult meaning fool.
Example

Don't behave like aboa.

Admin • 26 July 2026
Money in Twi.
Example

I no get sika right now.

Admin • 26 July 2026

Stop it; leave it. Twi.
Example

Gyae that nonsense.

Admin • 26 July 2026
Man or mister; a casual way to address someone.
Example

Massa, wetin dey happen?

Admin • 26 July 2026


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