How to say “How are you?” in Samoan
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Samoan. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
O ā mai oe?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Samoan
Talofa, O ā mai oe?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Samoan?
"How are you?" in Samoan is "O ā mai oe?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "O ā mai oe?" written in Samoan?
"O ā mai oe?" is the standard written form in Samoan, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "O ā mai oe?" in Samoan?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "O ā mai oe?" 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 "O ā mai oe?" mean in English?
"O ā mai oe?" is the Samoan way of saying "How are you?" 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 "How are you?" in Samoan?
Many languages — including Samoan — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "O ā mai oe?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Samoan spoken?
Samoan is spoken by an estimated 510,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Samoan dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Samoan dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "O ā mai oe?" or any other Samoan text.