Maori Language and Culture

Early European settlers unintentionally brought diseases such as measles, influenza, and tuberculosis to New Zealand, which had a devastating impact on the Maori population as they had no immunity to these illnesses. This led to widespread outbreaks and a significant decline in the Maori population during the 19th century.

There are multiple meaning, to find your meaning use the definition that best fits the context:

1. is/was wavy, curly.

2. is a plant parasitic on herbs and shrubs forming tangled masses with stems yellowish green, 3m long. Found in northern North Island.

3.is/was a spider web.

4.is/was a fishing net.

To say "week one" in Maori, you would say "wiki tuatahi."

The haka tika tonu is a traditional Maori war dance from New Zealand. It is performed with powerful movements, chanting, and stomping to showcase strength, unity, and defiance. The haka tika tonu is often performed to honor special occasions, welcome guests, or intimidate opponents.

Pieter T is a New Zealand R&B and soul singer known for his smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics. His music often explores themes of love, relationships, and personal growth, resonating with many listeners. He has gained a strong following in New Zealand and continues to make waves in the music industry.

The English name for Rotorua remains the same - "Rotorua". It is a city located in New Zealand on the North Island.

The Maori's actually spell 'Tehana' Te Hana and 'Te Hana' means to shine. 'Te' means to and 'Hana' means shine.

In Maori, "Thursday" is spelled as Rāpare.

1.(particle) importance, main, best, principal, favourite, staple - when used before a noun.

The phrase "Welcome to my world" can be translated to Maori as "Nau mai ki toku ao."

The Maori name "Pakatoa" means "to whip." It references the strong tidal currents around the island and the actions of the waves against the shore.

the tikanga - to foster, develop and protect traditional maori performing arts in the pursuit of excellence. the kawa - each region of new zealand and in australia must hold regional contests to find the best group of their area and then enter them into te matatini.

Matariki occurs in the southern hemisphere, particularly in New Zealand. It is a cluster of stars known as the Pleiades that appears in the winter sky, signaling the start of the Māori New Year.

The "saline breath of Tangaroa" refers to the fresh, salty sea air associated with Tangaroa, the Maori god of the sea. It represents the powerful and invigorating essence of the ocean that is often seen as purifying and rejuvenating.

It is important to acknowledge that individuals within any cultural or ethnic group can hold racist beliefs or attitudes. It is not accurate or fair to generalize the attitudes of an entire group of people based on the actions of a few individuals. It is essential to engage in dialogue and education to address and challenge racism wherever it exists.

Philip Grant's words aim to provide encouragement and support to help facilitate your discussion and exchange of ideas.

The ancestors of the Maori people origated from Polynesian islands, we aren't certain as to where exactly but that Hawaiki was their homeland. These Polynesians then migrated to New Zealand (they travelled in waka) Where the maori culture evolved. Nowadays there are many Maori.

What does not kill you only makes you stronger

rua tekau ma rima is a number which translates to english as: 25

One interesting dimension is the Maori participation in one of New Zealand society's modern obsessions namely sport in general and rugby in particular. Although only a small population, NZ has a world class reputation as a rugby team. Its Maori players have achieved international recognition for their skills, stamina, strength and speed.

This is an arena where Maori sportsmen seem able to compete on equal terms - at least on the surface - and be regarded as first class players. It's a sport which is televised across the globe and thus gives a few leading Maori players global recognition.

"Kura" in Maori can mean various things depending on the context. It can mean school, red or precious.

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