Speak Pacific vs Talanoa

The Speak Pacific App is an educational resource designed to provide a brief introduction to Pacific language and culture. The App introduced you to seven Pacific languages, - Fӓeag Rotuḁm (Rotuman language) - Gagana Samoa (Samoan language) - Gagana Tokelau (Tokelauan language) - Lea Faka-Tonga (Tongan language). - Te Reo Māori Kūki ‘Airani (Cook Islands Māori Language) - Vosa vaka-Viti (Fijian Language) - Vagahau Niue (Niue Language) Recognising that language and culture are intricately interwoven, for each of the languages included are: - An introduction video to the language and cultural context - The Lord’s Prayer - Greetings - Pronunciation - Activities to share new words and phrases - A customisable introduction to practise and share. Please enjoy this brief introduction to the languages of the Pacific and share what you have learnt with work colleagues, family and friends. We hope you then go on to register for a full course where we will introduce you to concepts of prayer, surroundings, life events, and ceremonies, as well as how to pronounce vowels and common phrases. All the best as you embark on your learning journey . FEATURES 1. Synchronised narration in Pacific languages and English 2. Swipe to read or touch to hear 3. Drag and drop puzzles 4. Create your own introductions in the selected languages. 5. Export pages, images and audio to colleagues, friends or social media This app was produced by world leading Cultural Services agency Kiwa Digital. For more, please visit: www.kiwadigital.com NEED HELP? Contact us: support@kiwadigital.com

Talanoa helps Aotearoa learners build confidence in Pasifika languages through short daily lessons, real-world scenarios, and culturally grounded learning. Built for New Zealand communities, Talanoa focuses on language as connection: speaking with family, using greetings in church and community settings, and reconnecting with identity through real phrases that matter. What you can do in Talanoa: - Choose from Gagana Samoa, Lea Faka-Tonga, Vagahau Niue, Te Reo Kuki Airani, and Vosa vakaViti - Start with short lessons, quick quizzes, and saved-phrase review - Explore 42 topic libraries and 30 real-world conversation scenarios - Learn practical greetings, introductions, family phrases, respectful expressions, and daily community language - Use source-backed pronunciation guidance with syllable and sound notes - Receive one daily culture moment for your selected language, with no guilt or streak pressure - Track your streak, XP, lesson progress, and phrase practice - Reflect through short guided practice prompts and journaling Talanoa is designed to feel warm, approachable, and useful from the very first session. Whether you are beginning your own language journey, supporting tamariki and rangatahi, or reconnecting with family heritage, Talanoa gives you a place to start and keep going. Talanoa is for: - NZ-born Pasifika learners wanting to reconnect with language - Families building daily language habits together - Community learners who want culturally relevant practice - Anyone looking for a respectful, beginner-friendly entry point Our goal is simple: help more people speak with confidence, belonging, and connection. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://connectclinic.co.nz/privacy.html