Adinkra Alphabet

Category: Adinkra Alphabet

  • Nkyimu

    nQimu Glyph n Transliteration “Divider”. Meaning Symbolizes skillfulness and precision.

  • Mpatapo

    mpatapc Glyph m Transliteration “Knot of reconciliation”. Meaning Symbol of reconciliation, peacemaking and pacification.

  • Mmere Dane

    mmECre danEC Glyph l Transliteration “Time changes”. Meaning Symbol of change and the dynamism of life.

  • Kintinkantan

    kintinkantan Glyph k Transliteration “Puffed up extravagance” Meaning Symbolizes the nature of some individuals who are arrogant, pompous and bossy.

  • Epa

    epa Glyph j Transliteration “Handcuff”. Meaning A symbol of the uncompromising nature of the law to offenders and discourage slavery.

  • Ese Ne Tekrema

    esEC nEC tekrema Glyph i Transliteration “The teeth and the tongue”. Meaning Friendship and interdependence.

  • Hwemudua

    hwEmudua Glyph h Transliteration “Measuring Stick”. Meaning “Symbolizes strive towards perfection.”

  • Gye Nyame

    ZEC NamEC Glyph g Transliteration “Except God”. Meaning Symbol of the supremacy of God.

  • Fawohodie

    fawoChoCdiE Glyph f Transliteration “Freedom”. Meaning  Independence comes with its responsibilities.

  • Eban

    eban Glyph E Transliteration “Fence”. Meaning A home with a fence is considered an ideal residence.