fofoga

noun

Definitions

Language review notes

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Usage Note

o ou mata, o foliga va'aia

Sample sentences

E fiafia mata'ata'ata ou fofoga.

You have a happy smiley face.

Source & etymology

Contemporary Usage

Common modern Samoan words known to native speakers and verified by Gagana Samoa editors.

Usage notes

Respectful/formal word for face; use with elders and chiefs

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