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