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What is the English translation of the Samoan words 'talofa lava'?

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Anonymous

 ∙ 16y ago
Updated: 9/2/2023

Talofa lava, pronounced Tah-lo-fah lah-va is the polite way to just say hello. A simple talofa suffices but to express great happiness when greeting someone, the adjective 'lava' is also included.

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It is a formal greeting to somebody, generally used to greet people in a respectful manner. Malo, on the other hand, is an informal greeting in Samoan, which is used more often.

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'Talofa' is 'hello', but NOT a Tongan word. 'Talofa' is from the Samoan language.

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"Cheers for being patient", or "Thank you (translating the idea for Malo) for being patient".

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Wow, cheers to this boy/guy.

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Hello, Hi

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Malo cous le faamalosi

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