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Mind your own business in Samoan?

There isn't a direct translation for "Mind your own business" in Samoan that captures the same level of bluntness or rudeness. It's generally considered impolite to directly tell someone to "mind their own business" in Samoan culture.

However, depending on the context and your relationship with the person, you could say something like:

* "Ia e te manatua lou lava galuega." (This means "Remember your own work/business" and implies that the person should focus on their own affairs.)

* "E le o lou mataupu lenei." (This means "This is not your concern" and implies that the person is overstepping.)

* "E le o lou galuega lea." (This means "That's not your job" and is a more direct way of telling someone to stay out of it.)

It's important to remember that even these phrases might be considered rude depending on the context and the relationship between the speakers. It's generally best to avoid confrontations and be respectful in Samoan culture.

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