Language/Fijian/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have
Hi Fijian learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to use the word "have" in Fijian. We will also cover its various forms, usage, and examples. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to use "have" effectively in your Fijian sentences.
Let's get started!
Introduction[edit | edit source]
In Fijian, "have" is translated as "sa tu" or "tu". It is a very commonly used word in Fijian language that can be used in various forms and tenses. In this lesson, we will only cover the present tense form of "have".
Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson: Give your Opinion & Negation.
Present Tense Forms[edit | edit source]
Below is a table with the present tense forms of "have" in Fijian.
| Fijian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| e sa tu | eh sah too | I have |
| ko sa tu | kaw sah too | You have (singular) |
| sa tu | sah too | He/She/It has |
| da sa tu | dah sah too | We have |
| muni sa tu | moo-nee sah too | You have (plural) |
| ra sa tu | rah sah too | They have |
Usage[edit | edit source]
The present tense form of "have" in Fijian is used in various ways such as:
Possession[edit | edit source]
We use "sa tu/ tu" to express possession.
- Example:
- Person 1: Sa tu lako e dua na gau. (I have a book.)
- Person 2: Sa yaloqu me’u wilika mai. (Can I borrow it?)
Relationships[edit | edit source]
We use "sa tu/tu" to describe relationships.
- Example:
- Person 1: Na tinaqu sa tu dau saqoni iko. (My mother knows you.)
- Person 2: E sa dodonu ni saqoni tiko kei ra. (It is right to know them too.)
States and feelings[edit | edit source]
We use "sa tu/tu" to describe states and feelings.
- Example:
- Person 1: Ko sa tu tiko??? (Are you okay?)
- Person 2: Io, au sa tu vinakata. Tabu sa io na bogi walega. (Yes, I am fine. Can't you see it's a beautiful night?)
Examples[edit | edit source]
To see the usage of "have" in action, let's take a look at some examples:
Example 1[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Sa tu qaiu 4 na yabaki. (I am 24 years old.)
- Person 2: Nai valu ni bula ga na yabaki. (Those are the best years of life.)
Example 2[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Ko sa tu vaqara tiko na utoqu. (You have my attention.)
- Person 2: E sa cakava na nodra vosa.
(They made their own choices.)
Example 3[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: E sa dua na kana ena tiki tikoni. Ko sa vinaka ga? (There's a dish on the table. Do you like it?)
- Person 2: E sa kana vaka malimali. Ko sa tu sagai vinaka. (It tastes quite good. It's really delicious.)
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
To help you understand the usage of "have" in Fijian, let's read the following dialogue:
- Person 1: E sa tiko na ulumatua vei na marama na nomu veiwekani qele. (Your elder brother is with his wife.)
- Person 2: E sa malumalumu tiko na ka ni sa digitaka. Se ko sa qai sega ni kila. (It seems like he's enjoying what he chose. Or maybe you don't know.)
- Person 1: Io, ka’u sa tauvi iko se nanuma vakalevu. (Yes, you're right. I miss you so much.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have learned how to use "have" in Fijian. To improve your Fijian Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions! Do not hesitate to use our Fijian Grammar category to improve your skills. Vinaka! 😊
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