Au domoni iko
Au domoni iko is the Fijian way to say "I love you".
This phrase is used to express an affirmation of romantic feeling.
Meaning: affirmation of romantic feeling (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of Au (I), domoni (love/desire) and iko (you).
Did you know?
- Because domoni implies strong desire, using it with a friend or acquaintance might be seen as an overt sexual advance rather than a platonic compliment.
- In many parts of Fiji, intimacy is often communicated through subtle actions and shared food rather than the direct verbalization of Au domoni iko.
- The pronoun au traces its lineage back to the Proto-Austronesian word *(i-)aku, which was used thousands of years ago across Southeast Asia and the Pacific.
Examples in context
- Au domoni iko.I love you.
- Au domoni iko sara na noqu moli.I love you so much, my darling.
Example conversation
A couple sharing a quiet moment together.
- MereAu domoni iko, Semi.I love you, Semi.
- SemiAu domoni iko talega, Mere.I love you too, Mere.
- MereO iko na noqu bula.You are my life.
- SemiKeva na vei, noquДу.Always, my dear.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries au, iko, CC BY-SA 4.0.
