How to Say “Excuse Me” in Fijian

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Au lako mada yani
The English phrase 'excuse me' can be translated into Fijian as Au lako mada yani.
The phrase is used to express apology or to say 'sorry'.
Meaning: sorry, as apology (noun)

Which one should you use?

The forms in this language vary based on how formal you wish to be: Ni vosa mada is the formal version and Sori is the informal version.

Did you know?

  • While 'excuse me' is often used to get attention in English, using Au lako mada yani literally translates to 'I go first' or 'I am passing'.
  • The formal version Ni vosa mada literally incorporates the word for 'speech' or 'to speak', turning the apology into a request to be heard.
  • When using Au lako mada yani, it is polite to slightly tilt your head or body to signal that you are passing through.

Example conversation

Sairusa needs to leave the dinner table for a moment.

  1. Sairusa

    Au lako mada yani, Sereana.
    Excuse me, Sereana, I'm just going.
  2. Sereana

    O sa lako vei?
    Where are you going?
  3. Sairusa

    Me'u qarauni na gone.
    To look after the child.
  4. Sereana

    Sega na leqa.
    No problem.
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