Speaking Niuean "Greeting each other"




During week 2 the students from Room 1 have learnt how to greet each other speaking the Niuean language.  Although at first pronouncing the different syllables and words was hard Room 1 with determination and respect were all able to greet each other.  


Fakalofa atu ki a koe.
Welcome to you.

Fakalofa atu ki a mua.
Welcome to you both.

Fakalofa atu ki a mutolu.
Welcome to you all.

Great work Kavan, Tui, and James.

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