Upu fa'aalualu: (1) In a discussion each one should tell his opinion unreservedly; only then can the right decision be reached. "He kehau ho 'oma 'ema 'eke aloha:" "Love is like a cleansing dew." Therefore, he who comes for it at this stage, is too late. Se'i muamua se fa'asao a manu vao. To catch one pigeon after the other. 78. 163. There is usually at least one church in each village and most of the ministers are native Samoans. You love them because together, you bring out the best in each other.. Ua fuifui fa'atasi, 'ae vao 'ese'ese. Explore. It grew in the bush, but it is cast away in the road. O le upega tautau, ae fagota. Do A Samoan proverb which means that current trials are coming to an end. 176. To lend aid in the undertaking. Ua afa le aso. The twisting is done with the right hand on the right thigh, the cord at the same time being wound up with the left hand. This cannot be done on the left side because of the outrigger. The saying refers to retribution in a good and in a bad sense. Because of its small size the igaga was not invited to the meeting. Fa'aoti (from oti, to die) is a figure of speech for fa'auma (completely, so that nothing is left). 58. 82. Si'i le matalalaga. O lenei lava le ufiufi manu gase. Failure to do this is particularly troublesome when the little fishes appear, because they will be chased by the big ones and, at the same time, they serve as free bait for the fishermen. The kava plant is dug up, but a twig is planted immediately. Hidden like a tattoo design. At night he came ashore through a passage in the reef to look for his prey and in the morning he returned to the sea. The explanation given by Pratt to seek an occasion to quarrel is incorrect. Saying "hello" is as simple as ml in an informal setting. Change). The tautai may not refuse him. See more ideas about samoan quotes, samoan, proverbs. Here are some examples of the Samoans proverbs (taken from http://www.samoa.co.uk/proverbs.html): Ua tautalagia le umu lapalapa. Lavalima refers to the Samoan sinnet and signifies the progress made in plaiting it; it also refers to the work of the carpenter who winds the string around the rafters as a substitute for nails. When a number of matai turn out for a common fishing expedition (alafaga), each canoe must keep its place and be steered properly, lest the fishing lines get tangled. Literally: When it is felt toward the sea, it is felt toward the land. Ua tu'u tasi le upega o Pili. The present collection is an attempt to rectify this deficiency. He is secure in the net. 93. The inhabitants of the old village Papa (near Satupaitea, Savai'i) once noticed a big school of fish out in the sea. When its tuber is mature, the leaves wither. Let each one smooth his part of the boat. E a sipa le lama, 'ae fano malolo. A bunch of bananas also served as bait for the manuali'i. 1. Never judge things of. Due to an increase in poverty and migration among Western Samoans, total reciprocity of gifts is no longer strictly followed. As soon as the fisherman appears, the fish will escape into deep water where it can no longer be caught. The offspring of birds are fed with flower nectar, but the children of men are nurtured with words. (Kraemer's contention that the moamoa is not eaten in incorrect.). If it is approached from behind, it will fly off. Poems about death and losscan add another dimension, bringing to life emotions that prose or sayings cannot express. doi:10.21037/apm.2018.s016. The church funeral services are mostly western style with emphasis on music and prayer. 149. Viewing tears as cleansing, and receiving the sympathy of others, can be healing during times like this. 3. The latter are caught with a small fish-hook. Troy Polamalu. 9. 64) fortune was changing. Translated into English by H. Neffgen, Govt. The following morning it is properly put in order. Upu fa'amafanafana referring to a disunited family or village community whose reconciliation is at hand. The omnipotent God as brought us together today, for although we are living close together it is He who rules our lives. When the gatala has been impregnated, it moves very slowly. The host, for instance, addresses the words to an unexpected visitor to excuse the delay in having things ready for his reception. May the pearl shell fish-hook never be lost before it has been shown to others. The wild manutagi, hearing the call of the decoy bird, approaches gradually by hopping from tree to tree, before it enters the cage. Ua o gatasi le futia ma le umele. 183. He may not be repulsed. The same figure of speech is used when the offspring of a noble family has been adopted by another village and honoured with a matai name. The feathers of certain birds, e.g., the tavae or tropic bird, are attached to the fish-hook to serve as artificial bait. To'ai fa'a i'a a po. ", "As long as a man lives, the entire world is too small for him; After death, the grave is big enough. See you later. 132. 169. 162. 83. Sep 5, 2018 - Explore Jean's board "Samoan Sayings" on Pinterest. It is also used in the form of: Ua fa'ae'e le 'au'au, etc., after the leader has concluded his address. Thank you so much for the extensive info. Hawaiian Funeral Songs and Chants Upu alofa to express sympathy for one who is pursued like the bonito. Lua mata is a figure of speech for a small taro patch; to 'ese is elliptical for toto i se mea 'ese. 23. Words to encourage a person to strive after his goal, and not allow himself to be deterred by any consideration or obstacle. Fa'i pea le pou i Faleolo, 'ai su'e le i'a a Leaosavai'i. (Compare No. 164. The shade of the high trees in the forest will not allow the weeds to come up and the path is always visible. Sign in to get trip updates and message other travelers.. Samoa ; Hotels ; Things to do ; Restaurants ; Flights ; Vacation Rentals ; Vacation Packages The catching place is full of decoy pigeons. Mutia is a short kind of grass found on much-used roads. A Samoan quote about death which highlights how permanent death is. The saying is also used as an upu fa'amaulalo. Upu fa'anoanoa or alofa: An undertaking miscarries through the negligence of one of the participants. The saying is applied to a change of behaviour, opinion, etc. May the coconut tree bear a rich harvest. Lefao then cried out: Ua tau lupe a Lefao. The mago fled towards Savai'i followed by the pa'itele. 194. O le la'au e tu, 'ae oia. Two persons, families or villages related to each other but unequal in strength, means, number, etc. Se'i to le niu i le tua'oi. Experts may use their hands only to catch small octopi; but the correct and most efficient method is fishing with the help of the sao. " A hui hou :" "Until we meet again." E a le uga i tausili, 'ae tigaina fua le atigi alili. 157. In this state, which is considered a symbol of repose, it is known as ufu. IN the field of rhetoric the Samoans have shown both skill and artistry. 6. O le va'a fau po fau ao. Upu faifai. This high development traces back to the days before the arrival of the missionaries,when all communication was transmitted orally. To hang up the paddle (after a fishing expedition). 4. The captured birds will be killed; the decoy birds will be given rest. When a tauta (landman, oppos. Ia uluulu matafolau. Vaomua of Saua in Satupaitea (Savai'i) was building a big boat. This expression is one of the best Samoan quotes about family. 175. 139. Ua leai se manu e olo. The alamea is a spiny sea star. Gather the breadfruit from the farthest branches first. When a decoy bird refuses to call, people say it is to'iastricken (with sickness or obstinacy). Required fields are marked *, CALL: (415) 431-3717Hours: 9AM-5PM PST. Upu fa'anoanoa or alofa expressing disappointment when one's expectations are not realized or when a counsel given is disregarded. When the breadfruit harvest comes, the lou will be found, too. If new mats - 178 are to be added the bundle must be undone and the mats will then fall into disorder. Everyone dies, but it can be particularly painful when a loved one who was particularly good to us passes. Introductory remarks: The fauna of Samoa is poor. When day broke the latter saw that his plan had miscarried. One single deck. Refers to a chief of the second rank who gives an order which no one obeys. Hence, house building and boat building are the two most respected trades. When a matai tauta (landlubber) who owns fishing tackle but understands nothing about fishing, wants some fish, he will give the tackle and a present to a tautai and ask him to go fishing for him. It looks as if it were all made with one and the same mesh-stick. At torch fishing an aitu appeared on either hand. See more ideas about samoan, samoan quotes, polynesian culture. It only looks that way. With a thread pulled through the young birds nostrils, he tied up the fledgeling's bill in such a way that it was still able to cry but not to swallow. 140. ). Samoan The careless fish will be eaten by the shark. As he was rejected, he died of grief. Once bitten, twice shy. 147. 15. The collapse of the heap of stones. Upu faanoanoa or alofa referring to a person who has come to harm through anothers fault. Upu fa'amaulao having the same meaning as Nos. Dale is an experienced fact-checker and researcher with a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University, Graduate School of Journalism. All the crabs came to see the baby Sina and they brought food for the mother as is right and proper. 128. The hunting implements are hung up. In return the owner will receive a gift of food. O le sala a tautai e totogi. Ua logo 'ese'ese fa'amea vilivili. May you grow in a swamp. The following applications are also customary: It is mean to hide one's possessions. With the communistically minded Samoans avarice is one of the worst vices. Have patience and forgive those that trespass against you. Thus, there is a lou for every harvest. Va'a tele (big boat) is used figuratively for 'upega tele (big net). O le malie ma le tu'u malie. The word savini means the beating of the young birds' wings at their first attempts to fly. O le va'a ua seu vale, 'a o ala le mafua. Samoan Sin is carried in the mouth. Thus says a travelling party when entering a house, after having previously called at some other villages. Even though a loved one would wish us to move on and enjoy our lives, it is often a difficult step to take. Negligence, too, may be the cause of an uneven plait; the woman then usually tries to rectify her mistake in the second half. 152. 11. 31. 57. Samoan traditional woven mat(Credit: Wikipedia). E sola le fai, 'ae tu'u le foto. 85. 102. 1. The meaning of the saying is the same in both cases. Ia seu le manu, 'ae silasila i le galu. That is the opinion of a landlubber. Three Samoan orators, including two tulafale(Credit: Wikipedia). Shower later." Ua aliali le va'ava'a o le tava'e. Loss is too significant to mend itself, but not even death can take away the Those who do not want it, despise something that is desired by the majority. Upu fa'amafanafana used at the death of a matai who leaves relatives as his heirs. Or: Ou te fia pa'u i se niu 'umi, ou te le fia pa'u i se niu muliIf I am to meet with defeat, let it be at least through a person of rank. 188. The side entrance had a different purpose. Upu fa'aaloalo. Upu fa'anoanoa. (Abridged. 160. The unavau is a poisonous fish that occasionally appears in a school of edible pelupelu. Nafanua, the war goddess, dwelt in Falealupo, Savai'i. 110. A tattooer who has a job to do will, on the previous evening, put all his instruments into a container (tunuma). A Samoan saying about life which means even though life takes us in different directions, we will always find our way back to our loved ones. Upu faifai: The little crayfish valo that leaves its hole and, unbidden, enters its neighbour's hole, illustrates a person who officiously meddles with other people's concerns. The Samoans compare this state of repose to grief and mourning and maintain that the matulau is then often seen in company of the gatala. Upu faifai applied to a community (family, village, district) composed of many but unimportant individuals. Let it go the way of the bonito. 47. An exhortation not to allow one-self to be downcast by a single failure. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. 3. Upu fa'amaulalo used as an excuse by a person who has so little food, tapa, etc., that it is not worth while making distribution. This refers to the preparations for the hunt of the manuali'i. When the plant sprouts once more, the tuber can still be used; but as soon as it has new leaves, the tuber becomes uneatable. The peaceful demonstration erupted into violence when the NZ military police opened fire on the marchers. The fish are then driven to a spot previously agreed upon. The lower end of the rafters is tied fast, the upper end lies hidden in the timber work. The tropic bird is careful of its long tail feathers. (Samoan Proverb) More Samoan Proverbs (Based on Topics) Love Proverbs - Life Proverbs - Death & Dying Proverbs - Success Proverbs - Happiness Proverbs - Friendship Proverbs - View All Topics. Below Ive listed the most well-known Samoan idioms and expressions. Ua nunu le to'au. Ua osofia moega luaga. E pata le tutu i ona vae. ", "What soap is for the body, tears are for the soul. 173. Turn the house around; the ropes will protect it. Upu fiafia: expressions of joy and contentment. Upu fa'amaulalo signifying that a person is unwilling to vouch for the correctness of his report or the unalter-ableness of his opinion. At the building of the double canoe it is necessary that an ample supply of sinnet be available, lest the tying of the planks and the completion of the boat be retarded. All endeavours to effect a reconciliation prove in vain. ", "Everybody will undergo the sentence of the grave. They are gregarious. 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