Pratt's valuable dictionary records many old words of special interest-specialist terminology, archaic words and names in Samoan tradition.

Various members of the family are called upon in turn to support their matai in carrying out their role and responsibilities according to Samoan tradition, cultural obligations and duty.

Samoan tradition is incorporated into the electoral system.

As the movement grew, leadership came under the country's chiefly elite, the customary matai leaders entrenched in Samoan tradition and fa'a Samoa.

There are no tales of long sea voyages in Samoan tradition.

Pratt's valuable Samoan work records many old words of special interest - specialist terminology, archaic words and names in Samoan tradition.

Fa'afafine are known for their hard work and dedication to the family, in the Samoan tradition of tautua.

The New Zealand Film Commission describes it as showcasing not only "Samoan tradition and values", but also "universal" themes: "love, courage, personal adversity and honour".

During the wedding celebrations, both Samoan and Tongan traditions took place.

Samoan oral tradition generally recognizes that two Fijian women, Taema and Tilafaiga, introduced the practice of tattooing.