In supergravity theory, supersymmetry theory and superstring theory, Adinkra symbols are a graphical representation of supersymmetry algebras. The similarity between Adinkra in supersymmetry and Adinkra symbols is that they are both graphical representations with hidden meanings (Prof. Sylvester James Gates Jr.).
| Adinkra |
| thE antElopE says that if you stay at onE spot in thE forEst for far too long, you will bEcomE thirsty. |
| English |
| The antelope says that if you stay at one spot in the forest for far too long, you will become thirsty. |
Below are the assigned Adinkra Cardinal Signs and Symbols.
| Cardinal Direction | Element | Adinkra Symbol | Meaning of Adinkra symbol | Sacred Animal |
| North | Earth | Adu Hwam | Fragrance | Black Panther |
| South | Fire | Aprukuma | A medicinal seed | Cobra |
| East | Air | Abode Santann | Totality of the Universe | Tawny Eagle |
| West | Water | Nea Ope Se Obedi Hene | He/She who wants to be king | Dolphin |
Adinkra card game has a total of 52 cards. This consist of the 28 spheres of the Adinkra Flower of Life (AFOL) and 22 paths of the Adinkra Tree of Life (ATOL).
There is one miscellaneous sphere and one miscellaneous path giving a total of 52 spheres and paths as demonstrated in the diagram below.
csram nEC nsoCroCmma
| Glyph | c |
| Transliteration | “The Moon and the Star”. |
| Meaning | Symbolizes love, faithfulness and harmony. |
jECnnimmen
| Glyph | j |
| Transliteration | “Ram’s horns”. |
| Meaning | Symbolizes humility together with strength. |
fihankra
| Glyph | z |
| Transliteration | “You did not say goodbye when you left home”. |
| Meaning | Symbolize security and safety. |
duafEC
| Glyph | y |
| Transliteration | “Wooden comb”. |
| Meaning | Symbol of beauty and cleanliness. |
akoCkcnan
| Glyph | x |
| Transliteration | “The leg of a hen”. |
| Meaning | Symbolizes nurturing and discipline. |
wawa aba
| Glyph | w |
| Transliteration | “Seed of the Wawa tree”. |
| Meaning | Symbolizes hardiness and perseverance. |
