How to Say “Handsome” in Fijian

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totoka
The Fijian word for handsome is totoka.
The term is an adjective used specifically to describe an attractive man.
Meaning: of man: attractive (adj)

Did you know?

  • While totoka is used for 'handsome' men, it is the general word for 'beautiful' or 'pretty' and is used for women, children and objects.
  • The word totoka can function as a verb, meaning you can use it to describe the act of 'beautifying' or 'arranging' something to make it look better.
  • The word totoka can be used to describe a well-executed traditional dance or a perfectly performed ceremony.

Examples in context

  • Totoka sara na Turaga.
    The gentleman is very handsome.
  • E totoka na gone lai.
    The boy is handsome.
  • O totoka sara na gone tamata.
    The young man is very handsome.

Example conversation

Two friends are looking at a photo of a man.

  1. Mere

    E totoka sara na gone tamata qo.
    This young man is very handsome.
  2. Semi

    Io, totoka sara.
    Yes, he is very handsome.
  3. Mere

    O totoka sara na Turaga o Semi.
    Semi is a very handsome man.
  4. Semi

    Vinaka na vosa oqia.
    Thank you for those words.

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