How to Say “Bathroom” in Fijian

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vale ni sili
The Fijian word for bathroom is vale ni sili.
This noun refers specifically to a room containing a bathtub.
Meaning: a room with a bathtub (noun)

Did you know?

  • The root word vale can be traced back to the Proto-Austronesian word balay, which is related to words for 'house' in languages spoken as far away as Madagascar.
  • The word sili refers to 'clothing' or 'clothes', making the literal translation of the phrase 'house of clothes', which is a curious way to describe a place for washing.
  • If you ask for a vale ni sili in a rural village, you may be met with confusion, as many traditional dwellings do not feature a dedicated room for bathing.

Examples in context

  • E tiko na vale ni sili.
    The bathroom is there.
  • Sa vakarau na vale ni sili.
    The bathroom is ready.

Example conversation

Isoa is visiting Sereana's house for the first time.

  1. Isoa

    Sereana, e vei na vale ni sili?
    Sereana, where is the bathroom?
  2. Sereana

    E tiko e na koro ni vale.
    It is at the back of the house.
  3. Isoa

    Vinaka vakalevu, Sereana.
    Thank you very much, Sereana.
  4. Sereana

    Sega na cake, Isoa.
    You're welcome, Isoa.

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