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