Maori Language and Culture

Dylan = Tiilane

Bailey = Peiri

"Kei te makariri koe" means "you are cold" in Maori. To say "you are hot" in Maori, you can use the phrase "Kei te makariri koe" and replace "makariri" with "wera" which means hot. So, "Kei te wera koe" translates to "you are hot" in Maori.

In Maori, you can say "me te aroha me nga mihi nui."

"Ko tēnei tōku whānau".

Ko = is

tēnei = this

tōku = my

whānau = family

With Maori language, you will find that the structure of the sentence does not completely mirror that of the English language.

Maori chief Kupe is believed to have come from Hawaiki, a mythical ancestral homeland of the Maori people. He is credited with discovering and exploring the islands of New Zealand around 950 AD.

The Maori feather cloak is called a "Kahu huruhuru" in Maori language. It is a traditional garment worn by Maori people in New Zealand and is made from feathers of native birds such as the kiwi and the kereru.

A marae typically consists of the following parts: the wharenui (meeting house) where ceremonies and meetings are held, the marae ātea (courtyard) which is the space in front of the wharenui where rituals and ceremonies take place, and other structures like the wharekai (dining hall) and ablution blocks. Each of these parts plays a specific role in the cultural and social activities that take place on the marae.

Haka is important because it is a traditional Maori dance that holds significant cultural and historical value for the Maori people of New Zealand. It is used to express emotions, tell stories, and convey messages of strength, unity, and pride. Haka also plays a central role in ceremonies, celebrations, and sporting events as a way to honor ancestors and showcase cultural identity.

Nau mai haere mai ki Te Ao Marama

The name Tania would likely be translated to "Tānia" in Māori, as Māori language often uses macrons to indicate long vowels.

Wha tekau ma waru

Number 173 in Maori is "kotahi rau iwa tekau ma toru".

"Kei te hiakai au" means "I am hungry" in Māori, which is the language spoken by the indigenous people of New Zealand.

Matariki, also known as the Pleiades star cluster, is located in the Taurus constellation in the northern hemisphere. It is predominantly observed in the early morning sky between late May and early July in New Zealand and other Southern Hemisphere countries.

In Māori, "waha" means "mouth." It can also refer to speaking, voice, or entrance.

"Mahunga" means "head" in Maori. It is used to refer to the physical body part as well as metaphorically to denote leadership or importance.

Otago's Maori name is Ōtākou.

The Maori word "kakariki" translates to "green" in English.

The Maori word "whakarongo" translates to "listen" or "to hear." It reflects the act of paying attention and taking in information through auditory means.

Raukawa kawa is a plant native to New Zealand and can be found growing in lowland forests, along stream banks, and in wetland areas on the North Island.

its a maori song. well its more like a welcome song when introducing someone

Matariki, also known as the Māori New Year, occurred in June 2011. It is a significant event for Māori culture and is typically celebrated during the Māori winter.

Teremoana in Maori means "ocean edge" or "coastline." It refers to the boundary where the land meets the sea.

Kites are sometimes flown during Matariki celebrations because they symbolize reaching towards the stars and connecting with the sky, which aligns with the idea of the Matariki cluster being a time to remember and honor deceased loved ones. Additionally, kites are a fun and engaging way to celebrate the Matariki festival with communities coming together to fly kites and enjoy the festivities.

You would say "Ko Alex toku ingoa" in Maori to mean "My name is Alex".