How to Say “Words” in Fijian

By Kristen Madison • Updated October 2, 2026

vosa

The English phrase "words" is translated into Fijian as vosa.

vosa refers to the individual elements of a language used in speaking or writing.

Did you know?

In Fijian culture, the vosa vakaturaga is a specialized, highly formal way of speaking used specifically when addressing chiefs.
A 'word' in Fijian can often be a long string of sounds that would be an entire sentence in English.
The word vosa is used not just for 'words' but also as a verb meaning 'to speak' or 'to talk'.

Example conversation

Mere is helping Isoa learn a new language.

Mere

Vosa vakaio vakaio o koya?
What are those words?
Isoa

Vosa vaka-Viti oya, Mere.
Those are Fijian words, Mere.
Mere

Sega tiko na vosa vakaio.
I don't know those words.
Isoa

Au na vosa vakalevu me baleta.
I will say more words about it.

Sources

Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry vosa, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.

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About The Author

Kristen Madison

Bula! I’m Kristen, a language enthusiast with a passion for the beautiful Fijian dialect. When I’m not sharing the intricacies of saying "No Thank You" in Fijian while sipping my fresh coconut water, I’m learning how to call my Brother in Fijian tongue. Exploring the fine lines between formal and informal ways of speaking are my specialty. I love exploring Fiji's enveloping oceans and capturing the golden sunsets. My posts illustrate my love for Fijian culture, its language, and the joy it brings me. Bula Vinaka! Let’s explore the beauty of Fijian language together.

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