How to Say “Plastic” in Samoan

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palasitika
The English word "plastic" is translated into Samoan as palasitika.
The adjective palasitika is used to describe objects that are made of plastic.
Meaning: made of plastic (adj)

Did you know?

  • In many Pacific island contexts, including Samoa, the term for 'plastic' can often refer specifically to a thin plastic bag used for shopping rather than any synthetic polymer.
  • The arrival of palasitika marks a major historical shift in Samoan material culture, moving away from traditional structural components like wood and coconut fiber.
  • The 'c' in the English word 'plastic' is consistently replaced by a 'k' when written as palasitika in Samoan.

Example conversation

Losa and Tau are looking at kitchen supplies in a store.

  1. Losa

    E palasitika lenei ipu?
    Is this cup plastic?
  2. Tau

    Io, e palasitika lona fausiaga.
    Yes, it is made of plastic.
  3. Losa

    E lelei, e tatau ona tatou fa'atau lea.
    Good, we should buy this one.
  4. Tau

    O le mea sili lea, Losa.
    That is the best thing, Losa.
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