Sota tale
Sota tale is the Fijian way to say "see you soon".
This phrase is used as an interim goodbye when you expect to see the person again in the near future.
Meaning: goodbye (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the verb sota meaning "to meet" and the adverb tale meaning "again".
Did you know?
- While English speakers use 'see' to imply a visual encounter, sota describes the social event of coming together, making the phrase more about the relationship than the sight.
- If you want to describe something happening repeatedly or incessantly, you can double the word for 'again' to create tale tale.
- The word sota is also used in a very formal or official context, such as when a chief or a high-ranking official 'meets' with their people.
Examples in context
- Sota tale.See you soon.
- Sota tale ena veisiga.See you soon in a few days.
Example conversation
Sereana and Semi are leaving a small gathering.
- SereanaVinaka sara na veigauna.Thank you for the wonderful time.
- SemiSereana, sota tale.Sereana, see you soon.
- SereanaSota tale, Semi.See you soon, Semi.
- SemiYalo vinaka.Take care.