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Welcome to this exciting lesson on the future tense in Samoan! Understanding how to express future actions is essential for effective communication, particularly when sharing your plans, dreams, and aspirations. As we delve into this topic, you'll discover how to navigate the world of future verbs in Samoan, which is crucial for anyone looking to converse confidently in the language.


Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/samoan Samoan] learners! 😊<br>In this lesson, we will be learning about the future tense in Samoan. The future tense is used to talk about events that will happen in the future.
In this lesson, we will cover the following:


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=== Importance of Future Tense in Samoan ===
The future tense allows us to talk about what we will do, what we plan to achieve, or what we hope will happen. In Samoan, mastering the future tense not only enhances your vocabulary but also enriches your ability to engage in meaningful conversations. Whether you're planning a trip to Samoa, discussing future events with friends, or simply sharing your goals, being comfortable with the future tense will empower you to express yourself more fluently.
=== Structure of the Lesson ===
1. '''Overview of Future Tense in Samoan'''
* Explanation of the future tense
* Regular vs. irregular verbs
2. '''Conjugation Rules'''
* How to conjugate regular verbs
* Examples of irregular verbs
3. '''Examples of Future Tense'''
* A variety of verbs in future tense
4. '''Practice Exercises'''
* Engaging exercises to reinforce learning
* Detailed solutions and explanations
Now, let's jump right into the fascinating world of the Samoan future tense!
== Overview of Future Tense in Samoan ==
=== What is the Future Tense? ===
The future tense in Samoan is used to describe actions that will take place after the present moment. It is an essential grammatical element that allows speakers to plan ahead and communicate future intentions.
=== Regular vs. Irregular Verbs ===
Just like in English, Samoan verbs can be classified into regular and irregular. Regular verbs follow predictable patterns when conjugated into the future tense, while irregular verbs may vary and require specific memorization.
== Conjugation Rules ==
=== How to Conjugate Regular Verbs ===
To form the future tense in Samoan, you typically begin with the base form of the verb and add the appropriate future tense marker. The most common marker used for the future tense is "o le" for actions that will happen.
'''Example Conjugation for Regular Verbs:'''
* Base Verb: 'pili' (to choose)
* Future Tense: 'o le pili' (will choose)


<span link>Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: [[Language/Samoan/Grammar/Plurals|Plurals]] & [[Language/Samoan/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]].</span>
Here’s a table that illustrates some common regular verbs and their future tense forms:
== Future Tense Markers ==
In Samoan, the future tense is indicated by a specific set of words that are added before the verb. Here are some examples:


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! Samoan !! Pronunciation !! English
! Samoan !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
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| e::fa'apefea || eh-fah-ah-peh-fah-eh || how will it be?
 
| pili || ˈpili || to choose
 
|-
|-
| ia ::tofā || yah-toh-faah || will go
 
| o le pili || o le ˈpili || will choose
 
|-
 
| fa'ata'ita'iga || faʔataˈitaʔiŋa || to try
 
|-
 
| o le fa'ata'ita'iga || o le faʔataˈitaʔiŋa || will try
 
|-
|-
| o ::lo'o || oh-loh-oh || will be
|}


These markers are used before the verb in a sentence to indicate that the action will take place in the future. For example,
| aʻoaʻo || aʊˈoaʊʊ || to learn


* Ou te ia ::tofā i le fale. (I will go to the house.)
|-
* O lo'o au ::fa'atūlōfale. (I will be building a house.)


It is important to note that in Samoan, there is no difference between "will" and "going to" as in English. Both concepts are conveyed by the future tense marker.
| o le aʻoaʻo || o le aʊˈoaʊʊ || will learn


== Simple Future Tense ==
|-
The simple future tense is used to talk about actions that will happen in the future. To form the simple future tense in Samoan, use the future tense marker followed by the verb.


Here are some examples:
| ta'a'iga || taːʔaiŋa || to play


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| Ou te ::inu taeao. || oh-oo teh ee-noo tah-eh-ah-oh || I will drink tomorrow.
 
| o le ta'a'iga || o le taːʔaiŋa || will play
 
|-
|-
| Ee ::fa'atau lea i tala. || eh-fah-ah-toh leh-ah ee tah-lah || She will sell stories.
 
| fa'atau || faʔaˈtau || to buy
 
|-
|-
| O le lua ::mata'upu. || oh leh loo-ah mah-tah-oo-poo || They will have two topics.
 
| o le fa'atau || o le faʔaˈtau || will buy
 
|}
|}


In Samoan, the subject pronoun is usually optional, as the tense marker already indicates the tense and the subject is usually clear from context.
=== Examples of Irregular Verbs ===


== Future Continuous Tense ==
Some verbs in Samoan do not follow the regular conjugation pattern and need to be learned individually. Here are a few examples of irregular verbs in the future tense:
The future continuous tense is used to talk about ongoing actions or events that will happen in the future. To form the future continuous tense in Samoan, use the future tense marker followed by the verb with the suffix -na.


Here are some examples:
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! Samoan !! Pronunciation !! English
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| Ou te ::fai-na uma i le fale. || oh-oo teh fah-ee-nah oo-mah ee leh fah-leh || I will be doing everything in the house.
 
| 'ai || aɪ || to eat
 
|-
 
| o le 'ai || o le aɪ || will eat
 
|-
 
| 'alu || aˈlu || to go
 
|-
 
| o le 'alu || o le aˈlu || will go
 
|-
|-
| O lo'o ::fa'atupula'ia-na le fale. || oh loh-oh fah-ah-too-poo-lah-ee-ah-nah leh fah-leh || The house will be being painted.
|}


Note that the suffix -na is added to the verb regardless of whether the subject is singular or plural.
| 'ou || aʊ || to come


== Future Perfect Tense ==
|-
The future perfect tense is used to talk about completed actions or events in the future. To form the future perfect tense in Samoan, use the future tense marker followed by the verb with the suffix -mu.


Here are some examples:
| o le 'ou || o le aʊ || will come


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| Ua taumafai lenei ::tusi, ia ou te ::tapu ::mu. || oo-ah tao-mah-fah-ee leh-neh-ee too-see yah oh-oo teh tah-poo moo || I will have finished this writing by then.
 
| 'i'a || iˈa || to swim
 
|-
|-
| O lo'o ::fa'atasi ::mu lea i le fale. || oh loh-oh fah-ah-tah-see moo leh-ah ee leh fah-leh || She will have painted the house.
 
| o le 'i'a || o le iˈa || will swim
 
|}
|}


The suffix -mu indicates that the action will be completed by a certain time in the future.
== Practice Exercises ==
 
Now that you have a grasp of the future tense conjugation, it's time to put your knowledge into practice. Here are 10 exercises that will help reinforce what you've learned:
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Complete the following sentences with the correct future tense forms of the verbs in parentheses.
 
1. O le _____ (pili) se ta'aiga i le aso.
 
2. E te _____ (alu) i le matou fa'ata'ita'iga i le vaiaso?
 
3. O le _____ (aʻoaʻo) i le gagana Samoa.
 
4. O le _____ (fa'atau) i se meaʻai.
 
5. E _____ (ta'a'iga) i le uō.
 
=== Exercise 2: Conjugate the Verbs ===
 
Conjugate the following verbs into the future tense.
 
1. 'ai
 
2. 'alu
 
3. fa'ata'ita'iga
 
4. aʻoaʻo
 
5. fa'atau
 
=== Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences ===
 
Translate the following sentences from English to Samoan, using the future tense.
 
1. I will learn Samoan.
 
2. They will eat dinner.
 
3. She will play the guitar.
 
4. We will go to the market.
 
5. He will buy a car.
 
=== Exercise 4: Match the Verbs ===
 
Match the base verbs with their future tense forms.
 
1. pili
 
2. 'ai
 
3. fa'atau
 
4. 'alu
 
5. aʻoaʻo
 
a. o le 'ai 
 
b. o le pili 
 
c. o le fa'atau 
 
d. o le 'alu 
 
e. o le aʻoaʻo 
 
=== Exercise 5: Fill in the Future Tense ===
 
Fill in the blanks with the future tense form of the verbs given.
 
1. O le _____ (ta'a'iga) i le aoauli. 
 
2. E _____ (pili) i se ta'aiga i le aso. 
 
3. O le _____ (fa'atau) i le fa'amatalaga. 
 
4. E _____ (aʻoaʻo) i le faiga. 
 
5. O le _____ (alu) i le malamalama. 
 
=== Exercise 6: Create Your Own Sentences ===
 
Write five sentences using the future tense. Use a mix of regular and irregular verbs.
 
=== Exercise 7: Identify the Tense ===
 
Identify whether the sentences are in the present, past, or future tense.
 
1. O le 'ai i le fa'atoaga. 
 
2. Sa 'alu au i le ta'avale. 
 
3. O le fa'atau a le tamāloa. 
 
=== Exercise 8: Correct the Mistakes ===
 
Identify and correct the mistakes in the following sentences:
 
1. O le pili se ta'aiga i le aso.
 
2. E te 'alu i le fa'ata'ita'iga i le vaiaso?
 
3. O le 'ai i le vaiaso.
 
=== Exercise 9: Multiple Choice ===
 
Choose the correct future tense form for the sentences below:
 
1. E _____ (pili) i le ta'aiga.
 
* a) o le pili
 
* b) o le pili mai
 
* c) o le pili se
 
2. O le _____ (alu) i le faletua.
 
* a) o le 'alu
 
* b) o le 'alu mai
 
* c) o le 'alu se
 
=== Exercise 10: Verb Conjugation Challenge ===
 
Conjugate the following verbs into the future tense and use them in sentences.
 
1. 'ai
 
2. 'alu
 
3. fa'atau
 
== Detailed Solutions and Explanations ==
 
Now, let's go through the solutions for each exercise to ensure you understand the concepts thoroughly.
 
=== Solutions for Exercise 1 ===
 
1. O le '''pili''' se ta'aiga i le aso.  


== Using the Future Tense in Context ==
2. E te '''alu''' i le matou fa'ata'ita'iga i le vaiaso?  
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Here is a dialogue to illustrate the use of the future tense in context:
3. O le '''aʻoaʻo''' i le gagana Samoa.


* Person 1: E fia ::savali atu i le taeao? (Do you want to go for a walk tomorrow?)
4. O le '''fa'atau''' i se meaʻai.  
* Person 2: Ou te ia ::savali. (I will go for a walk.)


== Cultural Information ==
5. E '''ta'a'iga''' i le uō.  
In Samoa, the future is often seen as a mystery, and there are many traditional ways of predicting it. One such way is to consult the to'afa, or the family's traditional healers, who can use a variety of methods, such as reading tea leaves, to see into the future. Another way is to look to the stars or the ocean for signs and omens.


== Summary ==
=== Solutions for Exercise 2 ===
In this lesson, we have learned about the future tense in Samoan, including the future tense markers, simple future tense, future continuous tense, and future perfect tense. We have also seen some examples and a dialogue to illustrate the use of the future tense in context. To improve your Samoan language skills, practice using the future tense in conversation with native speakers. Fafetai tele lava (Thank you very much)! 🤙


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1. 'ai → o le ''''ai'''
 
2. 'alu → o le ''''alu'''
 
3. fa'ata'ita'iga → o le '''fa'ata'ita'iga'''
 
4. aʻoaʻo → o le '''aʻoaʻo'''
 
5. fa'atau → o le '''fa'atau'''
 
=== Solutions for Exercise 3 ===
 
1. O le '''aʻoaʻo''' i le gagana Samoa.
 
2. E te ''''ai''' i le afiafi.
 
3. E '''ta'a'iga''' i le gitara.
 
4. E '''alu''' i le maketi.
 
5. E '''fa'atau''' i se ta'avale.
 
=== Solutions for Exercise 4 ===
 
1. pili → b. o le pili 
 
2. 'ai → a. o le 'ai 
 
3. fa'atau → c. o le fa'atau 
 
4. 'alu → d. o le 'alu 
 
5. aʻoaʻo → e. o le aʻoaʻo 
 
=== Solutions for Exercise 5 ===
 
1. O le '''ta'a'iga''' i le aoauli. 
 
2. E '''pili''' i se ta'aiga i le aso. 
 
3. O le '''fa'atau''' i le fa'amatalaga. 
 
4. E '''aʻoaʻo''' i le faiga. 
 
5. O le '''alu''' i le malamalama. 
 
=== Solutions for Exercise 6 ===
 
(Students will provide their own sentences, but encourage them to use a mix of verbs.)
 
=== Solutions for Exercise 7 ===
 
1. Future
 
2. Past
 
3. Future
 
=== Solutions for Exercise 8 ===
 
1. Correct: O le '''pili''' i se ta'aiga i le aso.
 
2. Correct: E te '''alu''' i le fa'ata'ita'iga i le vaiaso?
 
3. Correct: O le ''''ai''' i le vaiaso.
 
=== Solutions for Exercise 9 ===
 
1. a) o le '''pili'''
 
2. a) o le ''''alu'''
 
=== Solutions for Exercise 10 ===
 
(Students will provide their own conjugated verbs and sentences.)
 
I hope this lesson has helped you become more confident in using the future tense in Samoan! Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these structures in your conversations. Fa'amolemole (please) let me know if you have any questions or need further clarification!
 
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SamoanGrammar0 to A1 Course → Future Tense

Welcome to this exciting lesson on the future tense in Samoan! Understanding how to express future actions is essential for effective communication, particularly when sharing your plans, dreams, and aspirations. As we delve into this topic, you'll discover how to navigate the world of future verbs in Samoan, which is crucial for anyone looking to converse confidently in the language.

In this lesson, we will cover the following:

Importance of Future Tense in Samoan[edit | edit source]

The future tense allows us to talk about what we will do, what we plan to achieve, or what we hope will happen. In Samoan, mastering the future tense not only enhances your vocabulary but also enriches your ability to engage in meaningful conversations. Whether you're planning a trip to Samoa, discussing future events with friends, or simply sharing your goals, being comfortable with the future tense will empower you to express yourself more fluently.

Structure of the Lesson[edit | edit source]

1. Overview of Future Tense in Samoan

  • Explanation of the future tense
  • Regular vs. irregular verbs

2. Conjugation Rules

  • How to conjugate regular verbs
  • Examples of irregular verbs

3. Examples of Future Tense

  • A variety of verbs in future tense

4. Practice Exercises

  • Engaging exercises to reinforce learning
  • Detailed solutions and explanations

Now, let's jump right into the fascinating world of the Samoan future tense!

Overview of Future Tense in Samoan[edit | edit source]

What is the Future Tense?[edit | edit source]

The future tense in Samoan is used to describe actions that will take place after the present moment. It is an essential grammatical element that allows speakers to plan ahead and communicate future intentions.

Regular vs. Irregular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Just like in English, Samoan verbs can be classified into regular and irregular. Regular verbs follow predictable patterns when conjugated into the future tense, while irregular verbs may vary and require specific memorization.

Conjugation Rules[edit | edit source]

How to Conjugate Regular Verbs[edit | edit source]

To form the future tense in Samoan, you typically begin with the base form of the verb and add the appropriate future tense marker. The most common marker used for the future tense is "o le" for actions that will happen.

Example Conjugation for Regular Verbs:

  • Base Verb: 'pili' (to choose)
  • Future Tense: 'o le pili' (will choose)

Here’s a table that illustrates some common regular verbs and their future tense forms:

Samoan Pronunciation English
pili ˈpili to choose
o le pili o le ˈpili will choose
fa'ata'ita'iga faʔataˈitaʔiŋa to try
o le fa'ata'ita'iga o le faʔataˈitaʔiŋa will try
aʻoaʻo aʊˈoaʊʊ to learn
o le aʻoaʻo o le aʊˈoaʊʊ will learn
ta'a'iga taːʔaiŋa to play
o le ta'a'iga o le taːʔaiŋa will play
fa'atau faʔaˈtau to buy
o le fa'atau o le faʔaˈtau will buy

Examples of Irregular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Some verbs in Samoan do not follow the regular conjugation pattern and need to be learned individually. Here are a few examples of irregular verbs in the future tense:

Samoan Pronunciation English
'ai to eat
o le 'ai o le aɪ will eat
'alu aˈlu to go
o le 'alu o le aˈlu will go
'ou to come
o le 'ou o le aʊ will come
'i'a iˈa to swim
o le 'i'a o le iˈa will swim

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you have a grasp of the future tense conjugation, it's time to put your knowledge into practice. Here are 10 exercises that will help reinforce what you've learned:

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the following sentences with the correct future tense forms of the verbs in parentheses.

1. O le _____ (pili) se ta'aiga i le aso.

2. E te _____ (alu) i le matou fa'ata'ita'iga i le vaiaso?

3. O le _____ (aʻoaʻo) i le gagana Samoa.

4. O le _____ (fa'atau) i se meaʻai.

5. E _____ (ta'a'iga) i le uō.

Exercise 2: Conjugate the Verbs[edit | edit source]

Conjugate the following verbs into the future tense.

1. 'ai

2. 'alu

3. fa'ata'ita'iga

4. aʻoaʻo

5. fa'atau

Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences from English to Samoan, using the future tense.

1. I will learn Samoan.

2. They will eat dinner.

3. She will play the guitar.

4. We will go to the market.

5. He will buy a car.

Exercise 4: Match the Verbs[edit | edit source]

Match the base verbs with their future tense forms.

1. pili

2. 'ai

3. fa'atau

4. 'alu

5. aʻoaʻo

a. o le 'ai

b. o le pili

c. o le fa'atau

d. o le 'alu

e. o le aʻoaʻo

Exercise 5: Fill in the Future Tense[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the future tense form of the verbs given.

1. O le _____ (ta'a'iga) i le aoauli.

2. E _____ (pili) i se ta'aiga i le aso.

3. O le _____ (fa'atau) i le fa'amatalaga.

4. E _____ (aʻoaʻo) i le faiga.

5. O le _____ (alu) i le malamalama.

Exercise 6: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Write five sentences using the future tense. Use a mix of regular and irregular verbs.

Exercise 7: Identify the Tense[edit | edit source]

Identify whether the sentences are in the present, past, or future tense.

1. O le 'ai i le fa'atoaga.

2. Sa 'alu au i le ta'avale.

3. O le fa'atau a le tamāloa.

Exercise 8: Correct the Mistakes[edit | edit source]

Identify and correct the mistakes in the following sentences:

1. O le pili se ta'aiga i le aso.

2. E te 'alu i le fa'ata'ita'iga i le vaiaso?

3. O le 'ai i le vaiaso.

Exercise 9: Multiple Choice[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct future tense form for the sentences below:

1. E _____ (pili) i le ta'aiga.

  • a) o le pili
  • b) o le pili mai
  • c) o le pili se

2. O le _____ (alu) i le faletua.

  • a) o le 'alu
  • b) o le 'alu mai
  • c) o le 'alu se

Exercise 10: Verb Conjugation Challenge[edit | edit source]

Conjugate the following verbs into the future tense and use them in sentences.

1. 'ai

2. 'alu

3. fa'atau

Detailed Solutions and Explanations[edit | edit source]

Now, let's go through the solutions for each exercise to ensure you understand the concepts thoroughly.

Solutions for Exercise 1[edit | edit source]

1. O le pili se ta'aiga i le aso.

2. E te alu i le matou fa'ata'ita'iga i le vaiaso?

3. O le aʻoaʻo i le gagana Samoa.

4. O le fa'atau i se meaʻai.

5. E ta'a'iga i le uō.

Solutions for Exercise 2[edit | edit source]

1. 'ai → o le 'ai

2. 'alu → o le 'alu

3. fa'ata'ita'iga → o le fa'ata'ita'iga

4. aʻoaʻo → o le aʻoaʻo

5. fa'atau → o le fa'atau

Solutions for Exercise 3[edit | edit source]

1. O le aʻoaʻo i le gagana Samoa.

2. E te 'ai i le afiafi.

3. E ta'a'iga i le gitara.

4. E alu i le maketi.

5. E fa'atau i se ta'avale.

Solutions for Exercise 4[edit | edit source]

1. pili → b. o le pili

2. 'ai → a. o le 'ai

3. fa'atau → c. o le fa'atau

4. 'alu → d. o le 'alu

5. aʻoaʻo → e. o le aʻoaʻo

Solutions for Exercise 5[edit | edit source]

1. O le ta'a'iga i le aoauli.

2. E pili i se ta'aiga i le aso.

3. O le fa'atau i le fa'amatalaga.

4. E aʻoaʻo i le faiga.

5. O le alu i le malamalama.

Solutions for Exercise 6[edit | edit source]

(Students will provide their own sentences, but encourage them to use a mix of verbs.)

Solutions for Exercise 7[edit | edit source]

1. Future

2. Past

3. Future

Solutions for Exercise 8[edit | edit source]

1. Correct: O le pili i se ta'aiga i le aso.

2. Correct: E te alu i le fa'ata'ita'iga i le vaiaso?

3. Correct: O le 'ai i le vaiaso.

Solutions for Exercise 9[edit | edit source]

1. a) o le pili

2. a) o le 'alu

Solutions for Exercise 10[edit | edit source]

(Students will provide their own conjugated verbs and sentences.)

I hope this lesson has helped you become more confident in using the future tense in Samoan! Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these structures in your conversations. Fa'amolemole (please) let me know if you have any questions or need further clarification!

Table of Contents - Samoan Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Greetings and Introductions


Pronouns and Possessives


Family and Relationships


Verb Conjugation and Tense


Food and Dining


Questions and Negation


Travel and Transportation


Samoan Traditions and Customs

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