samoa
n. uncountablen. a country in the South Pacific Ocean made up of several islands. It is known for its beautiful beaches and traditional Polynesian culture.
n. a sovereign state in the South Pacific comprising the western part of the Samoan Islands. Formerly known as Western Samoa before its 1997 renaming.
Samoa is a beautiful island nation in the Pacific.
Many travelers visit Samoa to experience its rich Polynesian traditions and explore the volcanic landscapes.
The cultural heritage of Samoa is deeply rooted in the Fa'a Samoa way of life, which emphasizes communal values and respect for elders across the archipelago.
Borrowed from Samoan Sāmoa. See there for more.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Always capitalized as it is a proper name of a country.
Last updated May 6, 2026