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The Maori word for precious is "taonga."
The precious rock that the early Maori hunted for was pounamu, better known as jade. The Maori used the strong rock for weapons.
Because the Pakeha have come and stolen their most precious Taonga- their language
"Kura" in Maori can mean various things depending on the context. It can mean school, red or precious.
Greenstone ( Pounamu ) is greatly prized and revered by Maori. Objects made from it are deemed Taonga ( treasures ) and are considered to have Wairua ( spirit ).
A Maori dictionary is a resource that provides definitions and explanations for Maori words and phrases. It helps users understand and learn the language, as well as how to use words in appropriate contexts. Maori dictionaries often contain examples of usage and cultural insights related to the words.
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The first obvious answer would be Pounamu (Jade). There are many types and qualities, just as there were many uses, though this rock is still highly valued today.http://www.teara.govt.nz/EarthSeaAndSky/MineralResources/PounamuJadeOrGreenstone/en
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