Quiz: Tongan Language
How’s your basic Tongan? Time to brush up using Tongan objects from Te Papa’s collection. Give it a go and have fiefia (fun)!
Tongan Language Week resourceUike Kātoanga'i 'o e Lea faka-Tonga
Download our resource and learn Tongan words, phrases, and pronunciation, and explore aspects of Tongan culture.
Learning areas and strands
Social Sciences, Arts, Learning Languages
Education type
Education resource
Suitable for
Tongan and non-Tongan speakers of all ages
Te Whāriki
Belonging | Mana Whenua, Communication | Mana Reo
Download the Tongan Language Week resource (1.55 MB)
The resource
The resource includes:
an exploration of themes related to identity, love, respect, and humility
Lea faka-Tonga pronunciation support and access to helpful words and phrases
activity ideas, and resources
details of how to take part in a nation-wide initiative to recognise Lea faka-Tonga Champions (Tongan Language Champions).
This education resource was co-created by Te Papa and the Ministry for Pacific Peoples.
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