v. freeze, cool

faka- (cause an action) + 'moko (cold). See also: fakapoloka.

v. put first, give first priority

v. reduce, decrease, lessen

faka- (cause an action) + mutana (a few). See also: fakafoliki.

v. rely on, trust, depend on

faka- (cause an action) + nā (put on top).

v. soothe (a baby or child) to stop crying

faka- (cause an action) + nā (stop crying).

v. confuse, mix up

See also: faka'segi, 'numi.

v. [N] tempt, seduce

v. convey, communicate, send a message

faka- (cause an action) + oko (arrive).

v. turn on (the light); start (engine, machine); bring to life; activate

faka- (cause an action) + ola (live). + ()

v. bring up, raise

Au e fakaolaola te lakau. I'm raising the plant.