feiloa'i taeao
The English phrase "see you tomorrow" is translated into Samoan as feiloa'i taeao.
While feiloa'i taeao is a direct way to say "see you tomorrow", it is often used as a parting phrase when a meeting is actually scheduled for the next day.
Meaning: see you tomorrow (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the verb feiloa'i (to meet/encounter) and the adverb taeao (tomorrow).
How does it change in a sentence?
Adding the particle e before the verb makes the phrase a complete sentence meaning "we will meet tomorrow".
Did you know?
- Because Samoan social hierarchy is central to the language, you might completely change the phrasing of feiloa'i taeao when speaking to a high-ranking chief or elder.
- The word feiloa'i is a reciprocal verb, meaning the grammar itself encodes that the meeting is a mutual action between two people.
- The word taeao functions as both a time marker for 'tomorrow' and a term for the 'morning' of any day.
Example conversation
Talisa and Tasi are leaving a community meeting.
- TalisaFa'afetai mo lau fesoasoani, Tasi.Thank you for your help, Tasi.
- TasiE leai se mea, Talisa.It is nothing, Talisa.
- TalisaFeiloa'i taeao!See you tomorrow!
- TasiIo, feiloa'i taeao.Yes, see you tomorrow.
