Which country is Samoa?

Which country is Samoa?

Samoa, officially the Independent State of Samoa, is a Polynesian island country, It's lies south of the equator, about halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand, in the Polynesian region of the Pacific Ocean....Facts about Samoa.

Official Name	Independent State of Samoa
Coordinates of Samoa	13°35′S 172°20′W
Continent	Oceania

What is Samoa known for?

According to legend, Samoa is known as the “Cradle of Polynesia” because Savai'i island is said to be Hawaiki, the Polynesian homeland. Samoan culture is undoubtedly central to Polynesian life, and its styles of music, dance, and visual art have gained renown throughout the Pacific islands and the world.

Is Samoa owned by us?

American Samoa became a U.S. territory by deed of cession, starting in 1900. The matai (local chiefs) of Tutuila, the largest island in American Samoa, ceded the island to the United States in 1900. Manu'a followed in 1904. Swain Island joined the territory in 1925 by an act of the Congress.

How many languages are spoken in Samoa?

Samoan and English are the official languages in Samoa. Including second-language speakers, there are more speakers of Samoan than English in Samoa. Samoan, a Polynesian language, is the first language for most of the Samoa Islands' population of about 246,000 people.

What race are Samoans?

Polynesian Ethnic groups Samoans are mainly of Polynesian heritage, and about nine-tenths of the population are ethnic Samoans. Euronesians (people of mixed European and Polynesian ancestry) account for most of the rest of the population, and a tiny fraction are of wholly European heritage.

Is Samoa a poor country?

APIA, Samoa — In Samoa, 18.8 percent of the population lives below the national poverty line. Poverty in Samoa is often relative, and many suffer from the poverty of opportunity. ... While Samoa is considered a developing country and has made significant progress, gender inequality exists and leaves women disadvantaged.

What race are Samoan?

Polynesian Ethnic groups Samoans are mainly of Polynesian heritage, and about nine-tenths of the population are ethnic Samoans. Euronesians (people of mixed European and Polynesian ancestry) account for most of the rest of the population, and a tiny fraction are of wholly European heritage.

What language do Samoans speak?

Samoan English Samoa/Lingue ufficiali

What language does American Samoa speak?

Samoan English Samoa Americane/Lingue ufficiali

Is Samoan hard to learn?

Samoan is very different from other languages, but there are some aspects of the language that make it easier than others. There are many recommended ways to learn Samoan. Samoan grammar is relatively easy to learn.