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How do you say i like in Samoan?

There are a few ways to say "I like" in Samoan, depending on the context and level of formality. Here are some options:

Formal:

* E fiafia aʻu i ... (e fee-ah-fee-ah ah-oo ee ...): This is the most formal way to say "I like" and is often used when speaking to elders or people in positions of authority.

* Ou te fiafia i ... (ou te fee-ah-fee-ah ee ...): This is a more formal way to say "I like" and is suitable for most situations.

Informal:

* Ou fiafia i ... (ou fee-ah-fee-ah ee ...): This is a more casual and informal way to say "I like".

* Ou fiafia lava i ... (ou fee-ah-fee-ah lah-vah ee ...): This is a more emphatic way to say "I like", similar to "I really like".

Example:

Let's say you want to say "I like mangoes". You could say:

* E fiafia aʻu i mango. (formal)

* Ou te fiafia i mango. (formal)

* Ou fiafia i mango. (informal)

* Ou fiafia lava i mango. (informal and emphatic)

Remember that the choice of which phrase to use depends on the context and your relationship with the person you are speaking to.

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