Toga
/to.ŋa/
The English phrase 'tonga' is translated into Samoan as Toga.
Toga is used as the name for the country Tonga.
Meaning: country (name)
How do you pronounce it?
The word consists of two syllables and is pronounced /to.ŋa/.
Did you know?
- In Samoan culture, the word Toga can also refer to a traditional fine mat, which is a prized heirloom and a central part of ceremonial gift exchanges.
- The word Toga is linguistically linked to the Malay word tengah, which means 'centre'.
- In many Polynesian languages, including Samoan, the word tonga refers to the direction 'south'.
Examples in context
- O lo'o i Toga le u'u.The pearl is in Tonga.
- O se atunu'u lelei Toga.Tonga is a good country.
Example conversation
Talisa and Tau are talking about their travel plans.
- TalisaPe o e te alu i Toga?Are you going to Tonga?
- TauIoe, e alu o au i lea.Yes, I am going there.
- TalisaO le taimi lelei e asiasi ai i Toga.It is a great time to visit Tonga.
- TauE moni, e matagofie le atunuu.True, the country is beautiful.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “tonga” translations and entries Toga, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries toga, CC BY-SA 4.0.
