How to Say "How Are You?" in Motu (Papua New Guinea)
In Motu (a major lingua franca of Papua New Guinea, especially Central Province), "How are you?" is:
Hau'oli pe? (pronounced how-oh-lee peh)
Notes
- Motu is an Austronesian language; Hiri Motu (police motu) is a simplified pidgin/creole used nationwide.
- In Tok Pisin (more widely spoken): "Yu orait?" or "How yu?"
- PNG has 800+ languages; greetings vary enormously.
For deeper engagement, learn basic phrases from a local speaker or guide.