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Matai is translated as a high chief of a village/family.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoThat there are two types of Matai (high chief): a Tulafale (Orator, or talking high chief) and an Ali'i (Lord, or non-talking high chief).
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What is the Samoan word for prince?
Matai or atali o le Matai
What is the Samoan word for title?
Matai, suafa, igoa
What does the Matai name Apaula mean?
What does mati mean in samoan?
Why is matai important to Samoan people?
The matai system is a chiefly system of tradition dating back to before any colonialism and missionary arrivals. Its important to the Samoans because it makes us who we are. It is our tradition and heritage. Passed down from generation to generation. Like ANY nationality, our traditions and culture is what makes a Samoan be proud to be Samoan.
What is a saofa'i?
Saofa'i is a chiefly title in Samoan culture that is bestowed upon a respected individual or leader in the community. It carries significance and responsibilities within the social structure of Samoan society.
What is tusaga?
A "tusaga" in Samoa or the Samoan language is a donation. It is usually made by an individual or family to be part of the "Si'i" which is an offering from one "Aiga" (family) or "Matai" (Chief) to another as part of a ceremony for a funeral, wedding, or other important event. Si'i are presented to Minister's, Matai, and other VIP's as part of these cultural events.
What is the English name for Matai?
Matai in English means chief in soaman
When are you coming back in Hebrew?
to a male: matai takhazor to a female: matai takhazri
When was Matai Smith born?
Matai Smith was born on 1977-05-02.
When was Steve Matai born?
Steve Matai was born on 1984-08-05.
What are the release dates for The Last Matai - 2014?
The Last Matai - 2014 was released on: USA: 19 August 2014
How do you say 'When are you coming to London' in Hebrew?
to a man you say: Matai ata ba le-London? to a woman you say: Matai at ba'a le-London?
