How to say “Hello” in Tahitian
The most common way to say “hello” in Tahitian. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Ia ora na
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Tahitian
Ia ora na, E aha tō oe huru?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Tahitian?
"Hello" in Tahitian is "Ia ora na". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Ia ora na" written in Tahitian?
"Ia ora na" is the standard written form in Tahitian, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Ia ora na" in Tahitian?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Ia ora na" 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 "Ia ora na" mean in English?
"Ia ora na" is the Tahitian way of saying "Hello" 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 "Hello" in Tahitian?
Many languages — including Tahitian — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Ia ora na" 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 "Ia ora na" or any other Tahitian text.