Learn Tokelauan – Common Everyday Phrases (Tokelau Language)
Want to learn common Tokelau phrases for everyday conversations?
In this video, you’ll discover practical Tokelauan phrases you can use at home, at school, and in your community - perfect for beginners and anyone strengthening their Tokelau language skills.
Examples you’ll learn:
Eā mai koe? - How are you?
Manuia te aho! - Have a nice day
…and many more useful Tokelau phrases to build confidence and fluency.
Learning everyday phrases is one of the best ways to grow your language skills. Use these Tokelau expressions often to build familiarity, repetition, and natural fluency.
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Common Tokelau Phrases
Eā mai koe? — How are you? (singular)
Ko au e manuia, fakafetai — I am fine, thank you
Ko ai tō igoa? — What is your name?
Ko Tevita toku igoa — My name is Tevita
Ko koe e hau i fea? — Where are you from?
Ko koe e fano ki fea? — Where are you going?
Manuia te aho! — Have a nice day
Tulou — Excuse me
Kua tā te fia? — What is the time?
Fano kehe! — Go away
Ko au e fiafia lahi oi feiloaki atu — Pleased to meet you
E fia te tau o te mea tenei? — How much is this?
Ko koe nahe popole — Don’t worry about it
E he matua lelei taku faka Tokelau — I speak a little Tokelau
Ko au e alofa atu — I love you
Ko au e hē malamalama — I don’t understand
Fakafetai — Thank you
Fafano ō lima — Wash your hands
Fano moe — It’s time for bed