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The Matou Samoan Language Beginner Class begins Sept 10, 2024. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 PM California time (Pacific Time), starting September 10, 2024. Can’t make it live? No problem—all classes are recorded and accessible at your convenience! Class Times by Region: Why Choose Matou Samoan Language Class?

In the Samoan language, subject phrases often contain a noun paired with an adjective to describe something. These subject phrases are commonly introduced with the O noun tense marker, which signals the phrase’s purpose of identifying or naming the subject. For example, a simple subject phrase might be, O le ta’avale fou, which translates to…

In Samoan, possessive pronouns are used to indicate ownership or association, and they differ based on whether the possession is singular or plural. Two commonly used singular possessive pronouns are “lau” and “lou.” When referring to plural ownership, the “l” is dropped from these words, turning “lau” into “au” and “lou” into “ou.” This distinction…

Samoan Language Lesson: Asking “What Kinds?” Lesson Overview In this lesson, we will learn how to ask, “What kinds?” in Samoan. We’ll focus on two common phrases: “O le a ituaiga” and “O a ituaiga”. Understanding “Ituaiga” The word “ituaiga” in Samoan means “kind” or “type.” It is used when you want to ask about…

Learning to Count in Samoan: From 1 to 1,000,000 Counting in Samoan opens up a world of understanding and appreciation for the language and culture of Samoa. Let’s start with the basics—counting from 1 to 8: These numbers form the foundation of the Samoan counting system. Now, let’s explore further and learn how to count…

The word usually in Samoan translates to Masani It’s used several different ways but often times it’s used with another verb or action Like usually go, usually walks, usually cries In Samoan, usually or masani is connected to the other word with the word ona So you’ll hear present tense marker E masani ona and then…

Matou Samoan Language Class for Beginners has been Postponed. Date TBA The Samoan language, or Gagana Sāmoa, is a Polynesian language spoken by the Samoan people in Samoa, American Samoa, and worldwide. With its melodious tones and cultural significance, learning Samoan can be a deeply enriching experience, connecting you to the vibrant Samoan culture and…

pasifikapages.net caption: In Samoan, prepositions are essential elements that indicate the relationship between various elements within a sentence. They are used to specify the position, direction, or manner of an action, object, or subject in relation to another. Prepositions in Samoan, much like in English, help to provide clarity and context to a sentence. Here’s…