Examining the Metaphorical Extensions of hyɛ (a dress verb) in the Akan Language
In Akan culture, the act of getting dressed is typically expressed through the use of the verb hyԑ, meaning ‘wear’. This study thus examined the various literal and metaphorical interpretations of this verb in Akan communication. Through its ability to combine with different words, hyԑ can take on a...
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Noyam Journals
2023-09-01
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| Series: | E-Journal of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences |
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| Online Access: | https://noyam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/EHASS2023498.pdf |