Everyday Greetings (Faʻafeiloaʻiga o Aso Uma)

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Everyday Greetings (Faʻafeiloaʻiga o Aso Uma) — Samoan Flashcards

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InformalBeginner

SAMOAN

Tālofa

taah-loh-fah

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InformalBeginner

ENGLISH

Hello / Greetings

Example

Tālofa, o ā mai oe?

Hello, how are you?

Tālofa is the most common everyday greeting in Samoan. It comes from 'alofa' (love), so you are literally expressing love when you say hello — a reflection of Samoan warmth and hospitality.

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