Learn Samoan Words & Phrases

Learning a of the Samoan language is a fun way to connect with locals and also at the same time immersing yourself in a little culture during your visit. Below are some basic words and phrases with a pronunciation guide to help you along.

English Samoan Pronunciation
Hello Talofa Tah-low-fah
Goodbye Tofa Toh-fah
Thank you Fa'afetai Fah-ah-feh-tie
Please Fa'amolemole Fah-ah-moh-le-moh-le
Yes Ioe Ee-oh-eh
No Leai Le-ah-e
Maybe Masalo Mah-sah-low
Tomorrow Taeao Tie-ow
Goodnight Manuia le po Mah-nu-e-ah-le-poh
How are you? O a mai oe? O-ah-my-o-he
I am hungry Fia ai Fee-ah-i-ee

You can also use Google Translate for more words and phrases.