Essential Polynesian Phrases
Most locals appreciate it when visitors try using a few words in Polynesian, even if it’s just a simple ‘Ia ora na’ when greeting someone
Ieva
Moorea, French Polynesia
Ia ora na - Hello
Maeva - Welcome
Mauruuru - Thank you
Mauruuru roa - Thank you very much
Nana - Goodbye OR See you
E aha te huru? - How are you?
Maita’i - Good OR Fine
Maita’i roa - Very good
E - Yes
Aita - No
Manuia! - Cheers! OR Enjoy
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