How to say “How are you?” in Tongan
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Tongan. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Fēfē hake?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Tongan
Mālō e lelei, Fēfē hake?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Tongan?
"How are you?" in Tongan is "Fēfē hake?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Fēfē hake?" written in Tongan?
"Fēfē hake?" is the standard written form in Tongan, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Fēfē hake?" in Tongan?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Fēfē hake?" 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 "Fēfē hake?" mean in English?
"Fēfē hake?" is the Tongan 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 Tongan?
Many languages — including Tongan — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Fēfē hake?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Tongan spoken?
Tongan is spoken by an estimated 187,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Tongan dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Tongan dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Fēfē hake?" or any other Tongan text.