Lesson 11 Body Parts & Health (Na Yago kei na Tiko Bulabula)
Lesson 11 Body Parts & Health In Fiji, people are very expressive about how they feel. Whether you have a headache from the sun or you’re feeling “strong” (healthy), these words are essential.
1. Parts of the Body (Na Veitiki ni Yago) Lesson 11 Body Parts & Health
| English | Fijian | Pronunciation |
| Head | Ulu | Oo-loo |
| Face | Mata | Mah-tah |
| Hand / Arm | Liga | Lee-ng-ah |
| Leg / Foot | Yava | Yah-vah |
| Stomach | Kete | Kay-tay |
| Back | Daku | Nda-koo |
2. Health & Feelings
- Mosi: Pain / To ache
- Bula: Health / Life
- Malumalumu: Weak / Tired
- Kaukauwa: Strong
- Luluqa: Shaky / Unsteady
Daily Important Conversation: Checking in on Someone
If someone looks tired or unwell in the village, you might ask:
- You: O sa vaka-cava tiko? (How are you feeling?)
- Friend: Au sa malumalumu tiko. (I am feeling weak/tired.)
- You: E mosi na ulumu? (Does your head hurt?)
- Friend: Sega, e mosi na ketequ. (No, my stomach hurts.)
- You: Lako mada i vale me moce. (Go to the house and sleep.)
Teacher’s Note: Notice how we add “-qu” to the end of body parts to mean “my” (e.g., Uluqu = my head, Ligamu = your hand).
Vocabulary List (Lesson 11)
- Wai-ni-mate: Medicine (Literally: “Water of death/sickness”)
- Vuniwai: Doctor
- Mate: Sick / Dead
- Bulabula: Healthy / Vibrant
Small Test 11: The Health Check
How would you say these in Fijian?
- My hand. (Hint: Add -qu)
- I have a stomach ache. (Hint: Use Mosi na…)
- A strong man. (Man is Tagane)
- Are you sick? (Hint: O sa mate tiko?)
What’s Next?
Well done! In Lesson 12, we wrap up Module 4 by looking at The Fijian Home. We’ll learn about the different parts of the house and the very important “Tabu” (forbidden) rules of a Fijian home.
Ready to step inside the house, or do you need a break to rest your “ulu”?