How to Say “You’re Gay” in Samoan

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o oe o le fa'afafine
The phrase "you're gay" in Samoan is o oe o le fa'afafine.
This phrase is used to describe a person who is attracted to the same sex.

Did you know?

  • The word fa'afafine literally translates to 'in the manner of a woman' and describes a third-gender identity rather than just a sexual orientation.
  • Historically, fa'afafine have held respected positions in many Samoan families, often performing roles traditionally assigned to women.
  • The concept of a third gender like fa'afafine is an indigenous Pacific social structure that existed long before Western terms for sexual orientation arrived.

Example conversation

Two friends are talking about their personal lives.

  1. Sione

    E pei o oe o le fa'afafine, Sione.
    It seems like you are gay, Sione.
  2. Mere

    Ae leai, e le true lena mea.
    But no, that is not true.
  3. Sione

    Aisea e te fai atu ai?
    Why do you say that?
  4. Mere

    Na ou va'ai lava ia te oe.
    I just saw you.
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