uo
The Samoan word for boyfriend is uo.
uo is a noun used to refer to a male partner in a romantic relationship.
Meaning: male partner in a romantic relationship (noun)
Did you know?
- While uo is used for a boyfriend, the term for a girlfriend is also uo.
- The word uo also means 'friend' or 'companion' in many contexts, meaning you must rely on the situation to know if someone is talking about a platonic pal or a romantic partner.
- If you are speaking to an elder, using the term uo for a romantic partner might feel slightly too informal for the respectful tone often required in Samoan social etiquette.
Example conversation
Sina is introducing someone to Manu.
- ManuSina, o ai lenei tagata?Sina, who is this person?
- SinaManu, o lo'u uo lea.Manu, this is my boyfriend.
- ManuFa'afetai i le fa'amaliega.Nice to meet you.
- SinaE fia feiloai atu o ia ia.He wants to meet you.
