Matai or atali o le Matai
Matai, suafa, igoa
What does mati mean in samoan?
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.
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.
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.
Matai in English means chief in soaman
to a male: matai takhazor to a female: matai takhazri
Matai Smith was born on 1977-05-02.
Steve Matai was born on 1984-08-05.
The Last Matai - 2014 was released on: USA: 19 August 2014
to a man you say: Matai ata ba le-London? to a woman you say: Matai at ba'a le-London?