Pronunciation: /əˈbuːswɑː/

Definitions of abusua

noun a Ghanaian clan or family group

Example Sentences

A1 My abusua is my extended family.

A2 In Ghana, abusua plays an important role in social structure.

B1 Traditionally, abusua determines inheritance and succession in Ghanaian society.

B2 Members of the abusua are expected to contribute to communal activities.

C1 The abusua system has evolved over time to adapt to modern societal changes.

C2 The intricate dynamics of abusua relationships require a deep understanding of Ghanaian culture.

Examples of abusua in a Sentence

formal The abusua is a vital social unit in Akan culture.

informal Our abusua is planning a big family reunion next month.

slang I can't wait to hang out with my abusua this weekend.

figurative The abusua of talented musicians came together to create a beautiful symphony.

Grammatical Forms of abusua

past tense

abused

plural

abusuas

comparative

more abusua

superlative

most abusua

present tense

abuses

future tense

will abuse

perfect tense

has abused

continuous tense

is abusing

singular

abusua

positive degree

abusua

infinitive

to abuse

gerund

abusing

participle

abused

Origin and Evolution of abusua

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Akan
Story behind the word: The word 'abusua' originates from the Akan people of Ghana.
Evolution of the word: Originally, 'abusua' referred to a matrilineal clan or family unit in Akan society. Over time, it has come to encompass the broader concept of a family or extended family in Akan culture.