How to say “Thank you” in Tongan
The most common way to say “thank you” in Tongan. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Mālō ʻaupito
Frequently asked
How do you say "Thank you" in Tongan?
"Thank you" in Tongan is "Mālō ʻaupito". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Mālō ʻaupito" written in Tongan?
"Mālō ʻaupito" is the standard written form in Tongan, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Mālō ʻaupito" in Tongan?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Mālō ʻaupito" 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 "Mālō ʻaupito" mean in English?
"Mālō ʻaupito" is the Tongan way of saying "Thank 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 "Thank you" in Tongan?
Many languages — including Tongan — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Mālō ʻaupito" 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 "Mālō ʻaupito" or any other Tongan text.