Ghana Slang Dictionary
Ghanaian slang mixes Ghanaian Pidgin English with Twi, Ga and other local languages into the everyday street talk of Accra, Kumasi and beyond. From university campuses to trotro rides, it's expressive, humorous and constantly evolving. Iconic words like chale, obroni, dumsor and eti sen capture Ghanaian warmth and wit. Browse the growing, community-built dictionary of Ghanaian slang below - and if you know a word that's missing, be the first to define it.
Barb
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To understand or catch on; also to be in a tough situation.
Example
You barb what I dey talk?
Obroni
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A white person or foreigner. Twi word, used descriptively, not offensively.
Example
The obroni dey learn Twi.
Chale
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Friend, dude, or buddy; also a general exclamation. Pronounced "cha-lay".
Example
Chale, was up?
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