"Moko" in Maori refers to a traditional form of facial tattooing or carving. It is a significant cultural practice for Maori people and is used to express a person's identity, social status, and lineage.
Maori tattoos are called "ta moko," which are traditional tattoos that contain designs specific to Maori culture and represent a person's identity, ancestry, and achievements. Each ta moko design is unique to the individual it adorns.
The rights to ta moko (traditional Maori tattoos) belong to the Maori community as part of their cultural heritage and intellectual property. These designs are considered sacred and are usually done by skilled ta moko artists who have been trained in the cultural and spiritual significance of the practice.
The Maori word for grandchild is 'mokopuna' (often affectionately shortened to 'moko').
"Naka" is not a Maori word. It does not have a meaning in Maori language.
Mother in Maori is Mama (pronounced MaaMaa) or Whaea.
The Maori people are have to were the Moko because it is part of the Maori culture and the Maori moko shows pride in what they do and what they say in any different way
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Maori tattoos are called "ta moko," which are traditional tattoos that contain designs specific to Maori culture and represent a person's identity, ancestry, and achievements. Each ta moko design is unique to the individual it adorns.
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Ta moko
The rights to ta moko (traditional Maori tattoos) belong to the Maori community as part of their cultural heritage and intellectual property. These designs are considered sacred and are usually done by skilled ta moko artists who have been trained in the cultural and spiritual significance of the practice.
Most people refer to the full facial tattoo for males and the chin tattoo for women as "Moko", or sometimes as "Ta Moko".
Anyone is allowed to wear Ta Moko but is is considered offensive and extremely rude to Maori if you decide to.
The Maori word for grandchild is 'mokopuna' (often affectionately shortened to 'moko').
Ta Moko, the traditional Maori tattooing technique, has been practiced by the Maori people of New Zealand for centuries. It is believed to have originated around the 12th century, although the exact date of its invention is not known. Ta Moko holds significant cultural and spiritual meaning for the Maori, serving as a visual representation of their history, identity, and tribal affiliations.
A Maori chin tattoo is called a " Tā moko". There are several refernces on the internet with ancient photographs of Maori women thus adorned, with the tattoo identified as a "Tā moko".