How to say “Good night” in Tahitian
The most common way to say “good night” in Tahitian. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Moe maitaʻi
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Tahitian
Moe maitaʻi, E aha tō oe huru?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Tahitian?
"Good night" in Tahitian is "Moe maitaʻi". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Moe maitaʻi" written in Tahitian?
"Moe maitaʻi" is the standard written form in Tahitian, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Moe maitaʻi" in Tahitian?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Moe maitaʻi" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Moe maitaʻi" mean in English?
"Moe maitaʻi" is the Tahitian way of saying "Good night" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Good night" in Tahitian?
Many languages — including Tahitian — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Moe maitaʻi" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Tahitian spoken?
Tahitian is spoken by an estimated 70,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Tahitian dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Tahitian dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Moe maitaʻi" or any other Tahitian text.