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I don't know if it was ever illegal to speak Maori (te reo) in New Zealand.
In NZ schools, children were discouraged (in older times) from speaking any language other than english, for the learning of that language was considered one of the important purposes of schooling.
This policy was applied to French children, (Akaroa); Scandinavian children, (Norsewood and Dannevirk); and Gaelic children (Dunedin) as well as Maori.
No doubt Erse was frowned on as well.
But Maori, Latin, English and Gaelic have all been used in the NZ Parliament.
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∙ 13y ago
The suppression of the Maori language in New Zealand was primarily due to government policies aimed at assimilating Maori into European culture. This was done through the promotion of English as the dominant language and the discouragement of Maori language and culture in schools and public spaces. It was not explicitly illegal to speak Maori, but there were efforts to suppress its use.
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What languages are spoken by Maoris?
maori people speak new zealands lamguageMaori people speak: English Maori NZSL
Where do they speak maori?
Maori is the name of the original people of New Zaland, and the language they speak.
What does he reo maori tou in English mean?
Do you speak englis
Are the maori kids allowed to speak maori in the class?
It depends on the specific school and classroom policies. In some cases, Maori children may be encouraged to speak Maori in the class, especially in schools that prioritize Maori language revitalization. In other cases, there may be restrictions or a focus on speaking English. It ultimately varies and depends on the individual school's approach to language education.
Why do they speak maori?
The Māori language, also known as Te Reo Māori, is spoken by the indigenous Māori people of New Zealand. It holds deep cultural and historical significance and is an official language of the country. The revitalization of the Māori language is important for preserving the Māori identity and promoting cultural diversity.
Why do they speak maori?
The Māori language, also known as Te Reo Māori, is spoken by the indigenous Māori people of New Zealand. It holds deep cultural and historical significance and is an official language of the country. The revitalization of the Māori language is important for preserving the Māori identity and promoting cultural diversity.
What languages are spoken by Maoris?
maori people speak new zealands lamguageMaori people speak: English Maori NZSL
Where do they speak maori?
Maori is the name of the original people of New Zaland, and the language they speak.
Can you speak Maori?
Kaore.
How do you say speak in Tok Pisin?
you speak maori by learning and experiencing maori life. maori people live, eat, breath and speak maori because they have learnt it over a period of years. some are raised speaking maori. To know how to speak maori is to learn from people who have experienced maori and is fluent and willing to teach you. In New Zealand laws of education, the Maori language is part of the circculam. At my school year 7 and 8 have the Tereo class complosary. the school is also enfluenced by the culture. All students have some understanding of the simple words of the Maori language.
What is strong in maori?
I think it is Kaha but i could be wrong as i dont speak maori
Maori word for speak?
Korero
What is the maori word for speak?
Korero !!
What is matariki about?
Matariki is the Maori new year. The speak Maori and the seven stars of Matariki.
How do you say I Don't speak Maori in Maori?
You would say "Kaore au e kōrero Māori."
Why did the treaty have two texts one in English one in Maori?
One for the English. As most Maori did not speak English they had to have Maori translated treated. More Maori signed the Maori treaty rather than the english.
What does he reo maori tou in English mean?
Do you speak englis
