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/ˈækiz/
(ackey)
obsolete currency
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ackey' originates from the Akan language, specifically the word 'akyi,' where 'akyi' meant 'back' or 'behind,' referring to the back of a coin.
Historical Evolution
'akyi' transformed into the English word 'ackey' during the colonial period in Ghana.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the back of a coin, but over time it evolved into a currency unit name.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a former currency unit in Ghana, equivalent to 8 shillings.
The ackey was used in Ghana before the introduction of the cedi.
Last updated: 2025/04/23 21:06