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How to Pronounce Ghana
GAH-nuh
/ˈɡɑːnə/
Syllable Breakdown
GAHnuh
GAH-nuh — the 'Gh' makes a hard 'G' sound. Stress on the first syllable.
Common Mistakes
GAY-nuhGAHN-uh
Fun Fact About the Name
Ghana's 'Black Stars' became the first African team to reach a World Cup semi-final when they nearly did so in 2010 — only denied by Luis Suárez's infamous handball on the goal line. Their name references the star on their flag.
Ghana at World Cup 2026
Ghana competes in the CAF confederation.
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