Common Cook Island Words
Common Cook Island Words
In our Pacific Language video series, we are very happy to bring you our first Cook Island language video. In this video, you will learn common Cook Island words that you can use in everyday conversations.
At Pacific Learners, our passion is to see Pacific Language flourish, so saying ‘Hello’ in Cook Island is as easy as saying ‘Kia orāna’, or saying ‘Aere Mai is as easy as saying ‘Come’.
Use this video as the foundation upon which you, your students, or your children can better engage and understand the language of the beautiful Cook Islands.
5 Simple Cook Islands words you will learn in this video – among many others
1. Hello in Cook Island
Kia orāna
2. Good morning in Cook Island
Pōpongi meitaki
3. Drink in Cook Island
Inu
4. Hungry in Cook Island
Pongi
5. Go in Cook Island
‘Aere
Once you become familiar with these common Cook Island words, have a go at our next video, Common Cook Island Phrases !
Simple Cook Island Prayer:
Ka pure tātou – Let us pray
‘Ē to mātou Metua i runga i te rangi teitei – Our heavenly father
Te pati atu nei mātou i tā’au ‘akameitaki’anga i teia ‘epetoma. – We ask for your blessings this week
Ki runga ‘ia mātou tātakita’i – To each and every one of us
Na roto i te ingoa o Iesu i pure atu ei mātou. – In Jesus name we pray
‘Āmene – Amen
Common Samoan Phrases
Common Samoan Phrases
Learning common Samoan phrases is a great way to become familiar with the third most spoken language in New Zealand.
At Pacific Learners, we are dedicated to revitalising Pacific Languages, so we have a dedicated Samoan Language Resource Page that will help you on your Samoan Language journey. You will find images, language and cultural videos.
By incorporating Samoan phrases into your everyday conversations, you can say things like ‘O fea e te sau ai?, which means ‘Where are your from?’ or ‘Fa’afetai ua ta feiloai’ which means ‘Pleased to meet you’
5 Simple Samoan Phrases you will learn – among others
1. How are you, in Samoan
Oa mai oe?
2. I am good thankyou, in Samoan
Manuia fa’afetai
3. What is the time ? , in Samoan
Ua ta le fia ?
4. How much is this, in Samoan ?
E fia le tau ?
5. Don’t worry about it, in Samoan ?
Aua popole
Common Samoan Words
Common Samoan Words
Ever wondered how to say ‘hello’ in Samoan? What about ‘please’? In this video, the children’s kaiako teaches the class some basic Samoan words and numbers.
Talofa! Pacific Learners is happy to bring you a new instalment of our series of animated video episodes, introducing you to the Samoan language.
In this video, kaiako Mrs Ioane teaches the class basic Samoan words, like ‘alu’ (go), and numbers, from ‘tasi’ to ‘sefulu’.
As part of our goal to revitalise Pacific languages, we have produced this video as a helpful resource introducing you to basic Samoan vocabulary. Try to incorporate these common Samoan words into your everyday life, allowing the language to flourish. For example, instead of saying ‘please’ , give ‘fa’amolemole’ a try.
Use this video as the foundation upon which you, your students, or your children can better engage and understand the language of Samoa – Aotearoa New Zealand’s third-most-spoken language.
5 simple expressions in Samoan you will learn in this video – among many others:
1. Hello in Samoan
Talofa
2. Please in Samoan
Fa’amolemole
3. Have a nice day in Samoan
Lanuia le aso
4. Yes in Samoan
Ioe
5. No in Samoan
Leai
Keep the learning going by watching our series of educational and cultural videos:
- Common Samoan Phrases. Learn how to ask questions such as ‘How are you?’ in Samoan
- Samoan Words for Shapes and Colours. Learn Samoan words for 10 colours and 10 shapes
Protecting our children from COVID-19
Protecting our children from COVID-19
COVID-19 has affected our Pacific families and communities. Here are a few simple things our children can do to help protect themselves and those around them from the virus. Video with Tongan translations.
Building Identity through Culture
Building Identity through Culture
Building identity through culture means investing time and effort into our children. Raising children with values that reflect traditions, love, relationship, sharing, respect and family means our children become valued contributors to our Pacific Community.
In this video Talia sings Ua e manumalo, a song that she has been learning at church.
At Pacific Learners, we are passionate about producing cultural content across all Pacific cultures. In another video, Talia sings a song that is special to her, listen to Talia sing Le ‘Aute.
Ua e manumalo – Lyrics
Ieova lo’u Atua la’u pese i le po,
lou faamaoni, lou agalelei Tama, lo’u lea malosi.
CHORUS
Ua e manumalo, ua e manumalo,
ou te mafaia mea uma, ua e manumalo
Ieova e te a’oa’o o’u lima i le taua, lou lava aao
taumatau Tama taofiina a’u
Ua e manumalo, ua e manumalo, ou te mafaia mea uma, ua e manumalo
Song courtesy of Peace Chapel
Tongan words for items around the house
Tongan words for items around the house
Improve your Tongan Language by learning Tongan words for items found around the house.
Mālō e lelei, in this video you will learn words like ‘helu’ which means ‘comb’ or ‘Peleti’ which means ‘plate’ and many more, these words can be used in everyday conversations.
At Pacific Learners, our passion is it to revitalise Pacific Language, we do this through producing animated videos and images. We have also put together a dedicated Tongan Language Resource Page, this is where you can find all our Tongan content in one place.
Videos like this are a great resource for Tongan language weeks, teachers, families and individuals.
3 Tongan Language videos you might find useful
- Common Tongan Words – In this video you will learn basic Tongan words
- Common Tongan Phrases – In this video you will learn common Tongan Phrases you will learn everyday such as ‘What is your name?’ or ‘Have a nice day’
- Tongan words or shapes and colours – In this video you will learn 10 Tongan words for shapes and 10 Tongan words for colours
Tongan Common Phrases
Tongan Common Phrases
Have you ever wanted to learn common Tongan phrases like ‘where are you going ? or ‘what is the time ? In this video, you can learn some basic Tongan phrases that you can use in everyday conversations.
Malo e lelei ! Pacific Learners is delighted to continue our series of animated videos focused on increasing your knowledge of the beautiful Tongan Language.
At Pacific Learners, one of our main goals is to revitalise Pacific Languages. We do this by continuing to release language videos and images that help you become familiar with basic words, phrases, numbers and letters as well as incorporate songs and stories.
To grow and develop in the Tongan language, incorporate Tongan phrases, so instead of saying ‘what is the time?‘ give ‘koe ha e taimi?‘ a try or if someone says ‘how are you ?, you can say ‘sai pe malo’ instead of ‘good thank you’.
5 simple Tongan phrases you will learn in this video- among many others:
1. How are you? in Tongan
Fefe hake ?
2. What is your name? in Tongan
What is your name ?
3. Where are you from? in Tongan
Ko ho’o ha’u mei fe ?
4. I am at home in Tongan
‘Oku ou ‘i ‘api
5. Have a nice day in Tongan
Ma’u ha ‘aho lelei
Keep the learning going, we have many Tongan language videos and images that can help you in your everyday Tongan language. You can also view all our Tongan Language and Cultural videos by visiting our Tongan Language Resource Page.
- Common Tongan Words. Start off with the basics by learning common Tongan words that you can use very day
- I am Tongan. Learn more about the Tongan culture. Little Tevita talks about the country he loves.
Check out our Tongan words for ‘Items found around the house’ graphic.
Basic Tongan Words and Phrases
Basic Tongan Words and Phrases
Want to learn ‘hello in Tongan?’ or common words like this ?, well at Pacific Learners we are very happy to bring you a series of entertaining animated videos that introduce you to the basics of the Tongan Language.
Our passion is to see the revitalisation of Pacific Language, so we we have developed a dedicated Tongan Language Resource page is that brings together all the Tongan content in one place. You will find language, cultural videos as well as Tongan scriptures and images.
In this video, Mele’s mum is invited to teach the class some basic Tongan words and phrases as well as letters and numbers.
5 Tongan words you will learn, among others
1. Hello in Tongan
Malo e lelei
2. How are you? in Tongan
Fefe hake ?
3. I am good thank you, in Tongan
Sai pe malo
4. Excuse me, in Tongan
Tulou
5. Please in Tongan
Kataki
As a continuation of our Tongan Language video series, we have Common Tongan Phrases.
Consider Pacific Based Early Childcare Centres
Pacific Early Childcare Centres
Pacific Early Childcare Centres play an important part in a child’s development and growth, however not all ECE’s reflect what is best for your child. In considering an Early Childcare Centre for your child, consider asking the following:
Ten questions to ask an Early Childcare Centre manager
- What are the values and beliefs of the Early Childcare Centre, and are the values reflected in the centres philosophy?
- Does the centre demonstrate disciple, set boundaries and enforce policies and procedures.
- Is the centre culturally inclusive and do they celebrate different nationalities?
- Does the centre have appropriate staff to child ratios?
- Does the centre encourage parent participation?
- Is the centres ERO report available to read?
- Does the centre have a robust Health and Safety policy?
- Does the centre have a transition plan for Primary School?
- Ask the teachers to describe the curriculum offered.
- How many teachers are qualified and do they have current first aid certificates?
If you would like list of Pacific Based Early Childcare and Home Based Centres in your area, click the Early Childcare Education Directory Link
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