How to Say “Sleep Well” in Samoan

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manuia le pō
The English phrase "sleep well" is translated into Samoan as manuia le pō.
This phrase is used to wish someone a good night's rest.

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase literally translates to "blessed be the night".

Did you know?

  • The word pō refers not only to the time of night but can also signify the primordial darkness from which the world was created in some Polynesian myths.
  • In the Samoan language, the word manuia is also the basis for the word for 'congratulations', as both imply a state of being blessed.
  • The word pō is structurally similar to the word 'night' in many other Polynesian languages, such as the Maori pō, showing the linguistic unity of the Pacific.

Example conversation

Talisa and Tau are saying goodnight before going to bed.

  1. Talisa

    O le taimi lea e moe ai.
    It is time to sleep.
  2. Tau

    Ioe, ua ou vaivai tele.
    Yes, I am very tired.
  3. Talisa

    Manuia le pō, Tau.
    Sleep well, Tau.
  4. Tau

    Manuia le pō, Talisa.
    Sleep well, Talisa.
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