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Why Learn Twi?

Native to Ghana, the Twi language is one of the primary varieties of the Akan language, mostly used by the Akan people. The Akans are the largest of Ghana’s seventeen ethnic groups, making Twi one of the most spoken languages in the country. Throughout Ghana and several other countries (Ivory Coast, Jamaica, and Suriname), Twi is spoken by nearly 5 million people worldwide.
Given its origins as an Akan language, Twi is mutually intelligible with three main sub-languages and dialects of Akan: Asante, Akuapem, and Bono. The Twi language has a handful of main dialects spoken throughout Ghana, including Kwawu, Akyem, Asen, Dankyira, and others.
If you want to learn Twi online, Pimsleur puts you on the path to confident conversations in the language. Twi is just one of the 51+ languages we offer as a course, available in our Premium Monthly (Twi only) or All-Access Monthly (all languages).
Broaden your cultural horizons. Travel with confidence in Ghana and neighboring African countries. As you learn the Twi language with Pimsleur, you can even learn to read in Twi, as the language utilizes the Latin alphabet!
Our Twi lessons are centered around the Pimsleur Method™. Developed by Dr. Paul Pimsleur, this proven method puts you in control as you learn to speak Twi. The Pimsleur Method is based around four core learning pillars: Organic Learning, the Principle of Anticipation, Core Vocabulary, and Graduated Interval Recall. This method is the basis for helping you learn Twi much faster than most people think!
The Best Way to Learn the Twi Language
Pimsleur’s Twi courses take a listen-and-learn approach. When you first learned your native language, you gained the bulk of your knowledge by hearing other people speak. It’s this simple yet often-overlooked concept that streamlines the process as you learn the Twi language online. Think of it as learning the language like a child but with the added challenge of grown-up lessons, memory retention, and all the on-the-go convenience of 21st-century learning applications.
Speaking of learning on the go, Pimsleur helps you learn Twi wherever you happen to be, whenever you like! From taking a stroll in your free time to doing the dishes, it’s always a great time to take Twi courses!
Every aspect of our Twi language learning program is easily accessible from your laptop or mobile phone, including 30-minute Core Lessons, Voice Coach AI pronunciation feedback, digital flash cards, reading lessons, Speed Round Games, and much more.
Why Choose Pimsleur for Online Twi Lessons?
Pimsleur provides the complete package to learn Twi online quickly and efficiently. From our listening-centered techniques to the convenient learn-anywhere aspect, we empower all of our customers in their educational journey and learn to speak Twi on their terms whenever time permits.
Whether you’ve discovered a relative in Ghana or would simply like to learn more about one of West Africa’s most fascinating cultures, Pimsleur is here to help you learn Twi. Get started today with a Premium or All Access subscription. Both plans include a free 7-day trial.
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Speak Twi with Confidence. Read like a Native.
Through his research, Dr. Pimsleur found that traditional teaching methods like memorizing vocabulary, conjugating verbs, and practicing grammar actually SLOW DOWN your ability to learn Twi. He called them the kiss of total silence because they made it nearly impossible to speak the Twi language. It's the reason learning a language feels so difficult, when it should feel totally natural.
It makes sense when you think about it. Have you ever seen a toddler memorizing vocabulary lists? Or picking out parts of speech in a sentence diagram? Of course not. Children learn language the way we were meant to ‐ by listening. That's because we are hardwired to remember sounds and store them in our memory automatically.
It's the same way you pick up a song on the radio. You don't have to study the lyrics or understand musical notes and chords to remember a song. Chances are, if you hear a song once you can sing along the next time you hear it.
Don't miss out. Try learning Twi with Pimsleur today while your first week is FREE!
Common Questions About Learning Twi
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What does the Pimsleur Twi subscription include?
If you’re looking for a comprehensive, all-in-one learning platform, Pimsleur’s Twi subscription has it all. It starts with our world-class audio language instruction, which helps build your vocabulary, practice pronunciation (with our AI voice coach), and eventually learn to speak conversational Twi.
Your premium Pimsleur Twi language courses also include fun, easy-to-follow exercises like Quick Match Games, Digital Flash Cards, and Core Lessons to build your base Twi knowledge and reinforce what you’ve already learned. You’ll have everything required to learn Twi – just make sure you bring the curiosity and time commitment!
Is Pimsleur effective for learning Twi?
Pimsleur’s Twi course is highly effective for learning the language because all of our Twi lessons are based on the Pimsleur Method. This proprietary, scientifically-proven technique unlocks innate learning ability, like a child acquiring their first language. Oral and aural skills (speaking and listening to Twi) are the foundational building blocks for Pimsleur’s Twi language course.
Start speaking the language after your first few Pimsleur Twi lessons. We’ll help you reach your goal of learning Twi much faster than you probably think!
How long are Pimsleur Twi lessons?
Your subscription includes daily audio Pimsleur Twi lessons. They’re each approximately 30 minutes, so your Pimsleur Twi course is easy to start any place, any time. Our lessons teach you what to learn as you acquire the language. How you learn is entirely up to you, which is an awesome convenience with a Pimsleur learning subscription!
Our hands-free driving mode enables learning while driving. The Pimsleur app is ideal for taking your Twi lessons while taking a jog, doing work around the house, or simply relaxing. And you can also learn on our website. Flexible and fun – it’s a combination that’s worked for many of our learners, and we’re sure it’ll work as you learn Twi.