Tongan words for food
In this video, we give you ‘Tongan words for food’. This video gives you quick Tongan translations for 16 food and drink items, and is a shortened version of our video titled ‘Tongan words for items you see at the supermarket‘.
A great way to start learning a language is to use common words in everyday conversations, words like ‘Pēkani’ which means ‘Bacon’ and ‘Huʻakau’ which means ‘Milk’.
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Tongan words for food
Huʻakau – Milk
Siisi – Cheese
Ma – Bread
Foʻi moa – Eggs
Pata -Butter
Ika -Fish
Moa – Chicken
Kanomate – Meat
Pēkani – Bacon
Pōlisi – Porridge
Niu – Coconut
Moli – Orange
Siaine – Banana
Pisikete – Biscuit
Kapa pulu – Corned beef
Sokaleti – Chocolate