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Samoa
Samoa, originally called as Western Samoa, is a country surrounding the western region of the Samoan Islands in the South Pacific Ocean. The country was once a territory of New Zealand, until it became independent in 1962.
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How do you say they weave in Samoan?
try to figure it out this way:
"manao" means "he wishes". "manannao" means "they wish"
"punou" means "he bends". Punonou" mean "they bend".
so if "laga" means "he weaves", then I think "lagaga" means "they weave".
How do you say hiding in Samoan?
Lafi ma su'e is the literal translation, but this game in Samoan is called "Ive'a" or Igave'a".
Yes, it is safe to affirm that ritualistic cannibalism was practiced in Samoa during pre-colonial times, especially in war time between hostile factions. There are accounts of cannibalism in Samoan folklore, mythology and legends. Like many ancient societies, cannibalism was practiced all throughout such cultures. Within Samoan society at this time, a chief (ali'i) would eat the liver of a killed enemy.
What is a Samoan natural house called?
Fale (colloquial); Maota (respectful name of a Church, Hospital, residence of Servants of God, Priests, Ministers, Nuns, a King, Prince, Princess, a High Chief (Matai) who is a Lord, a non-talking chief); Laoa (respectful name for the residence of a High Chief (Matai) who is an orator or a talking chief.
What does alofa aku mean in Samoan?
It means, "My love will never end."
Or if you're saying it to someone, "My love for you will never end."
According to Reverend George Pratt's A Grammar and Dictionary of the Samoan Language, the tribe names translate as follows:
Foafoa - the trumpet shell
Galu - to be rough, to break heavily on the reef
How do you say happy valentine's day to all my families and friends in Samoan?
Happy Valentines Day = Ia manuia le aso Valentine.
Samoan translation for your life your world your everything?
lou ola (your life), lou lalolagi (your world), o au mea uma (your everything)
What does leai gi mealea faakali le taimi umale aoga tamaiti mean in Samoan?
SOIA- means to stop. Not as in a stop sign, but to tell someone to stop from doing something. You will usually hear it said to children when they are told to stop playing around.
FAIFAI LEMU- means to take it easy. Faifai means to do, and Lemu means slowly. So when you are told to do something slowly you are being told to take it easy. Dont rush take your time.
SA'O NA O LE TASI LAVA- Means Yes there is only one.
it's a friendly way of saying what's up to a girl. "SUGA" means 'girl'. Its used when referring to a female. N.B, there are no words using the letters 'n' and 'g' together in the Samoan vocabulary.
What does aikae mean in Samoan?
wow! I'm not sure if it means anything in Hawaiian but in my native tongue and that is our word in Samoan, it means eat crap..I won't say the S word...it's actually two words 'ai kae or 'ai tae....'ai means eat; tae means crap or sh word....LOL! so it could mean something in Hawaiian...we do have similarities in our languages....we're polynesians!
Ai Kae means eat sh!& in Hawaiian also.
A Samoan Taupou in my own opioin and what my family is teaching me is a female from the family who is basically concider like a princess. but with this role you have many duties! you are a peacemaker, you are to help and ask the villiage for forgivness for anybody in your village. you are the villages pride. its a hard duty to do! as i know from personal experience my family is teaching me the ways of a taupou as I am named after the taupou name in my village. every village has its own name. like Sailau in Falefa and Fuatino in faleasiu!
What are some famous landmarks in Samoa?
Samoa is the home of the most sought-after islandscapes in the South Pacific region. In virtually every corner of Samoa are shores that make ideal places for visitors who love to swim. Are you a diving or snorkeling enthusiast? You will have a great time exploring the pristine lagoons in the Samoan islands. The two largest cities in Samoa, Apia and Upolu, offer so many attractions that tourists find it hard to pick from the array of choices. To help you plan your trip to Samoa, here are the most recommended places to visit:
• Papapapaitai Falls (Apia) - This 500-foot waterfall flows down into a volcanic crater, making it a unique sight.
• Robert Louis Stevenson Museum (Apia) - Notable poet Robert Louis Stevenson lived and was buried here, and it has become one of the most-visited places in Samoa ever since.
• Kava Kavings Handicraft (Apia) - This souvenir shop is well known for selling native Samoan handicrafts, as well as products made from other countries in the South Pacific.
• Mount Vaea (Upolu) - Hiking, mountain climbing, trekking-these are a few things that adventure-seekers can enjoy on this mountain. A picturesque view of the cityscape from the peak of the mountain awaits visitors.
• Piula Cave Pool (Upolu) - This cave pool offers a pampering experience for tourists with its invigorating pool of water, situated on a rocky beach away from the sea.
What is the Samoan translation for forever and always?
Ou te alofa ia te oe. The word baby would translate into "pepe" which is only really used when referrfing to an actual baby. So when you say it, just say Baby. You're 'baby' will know what you mean. :)
How did american samoa get its name?
The origins of Samoa are uncertain. Moa is a very old family/ tribal name, and Sa Moa is "people of Moa". American Samoa is called that to distinguish it from Samoa. American Samoa is a US territory located Southeast of Samoa. It is 5 islands, and 2 atols- about 76 sq. miles of land, and just over 55,000 pwoplw,
Fine thank you in Samoan language?
If you're saying it in reply to someone who's asked 'how you are', then you say "Manuia fa'afetai".
How do American Samoans celebrate Christmas?
samoans celebrate Christmas by knowing how to spell hahaha jonah
