Maori Language and Culture

The Maori name for rainbow is "kāhu."

"He pai ki ahau te kai" in Maori means "I like the food." It is a simple statement expressing enjoyment or preference for the food being referred to.

Naku = mine.

na = of (followed by the name of the person)

So intention is to convey something like "yours sincerely."

Literally "[this is a message ]from me, namely (your name)"

New Zealand is an English-speaking country with both Maori and European populations. Maori are the indigenous people of New Zealand, and Europeans make up a significant portion of the population due to historical colonization.

Kei te aroha ahau kia koe

In Maori, stingray is called "whai papa."

The Moriori are indigenous Polynesian people from the Chatham Islands, located east of mainland New Zealand. They are believed to have migrated to the islands around the 16th century from other Polynesian islands.

Maori tattoos, or moko, are a sacred and cultural tradition in Maori culture. There is no specific age requirement to get a Maori tattoo, but it is a significant and deeply symbolic process that typically occurs when an individual reaches adulthood and is mature enough to understand and appreciate its cultural significance.

The Maori are believed to have migrated to Aotearoa (New Zealand) from Polynesia around the 13th century. They are thought to have traveled on large double-hulled canoes known as waka, using celestial navigation techniques to navigate the ocean. The journey to Aotearoa is said to have been a deliberate and planned migration rather than an accidental discovery.

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To say "that's good" in Māori, you would say "Kei te pai".

I have been told its caring, serenity. So I guess its a positive mellow caring

The Maori word "awhi" translates to "embrace" in English. It is commonly used to describe physical embrace or hug, as well as metaphorically referring to emotional support or connection.

the number is 100 because tahi is1 and kotahi is two 00,=100

There are 7 Maori seats in the New Zealand Parliament, which are held by Members of Parliament representing Maori electorates. These seats were established to ensure Maori representation in the government.

The Maori word "mouldy" means rotten or spoiled, typically referring to food that has gone bad.

"Manuhiri" in Maori refers to guests or visitors. It is a term used to describe individuals who are welcomed into a community or home.

The Maori word "kowhai" refers to the color yellow, particularly the vibrant yellow color of the kowhai flower – a native tree of New Zealand with clusters of bright yellow flowers.

Harakeke = Flax

It is a greeting to two people (one person, "Tena Koe", 3 or more, "Tena Kotou")

kia ora's closest translation is probably "be well'. It is commonly used as a casual greeting. In context it can also mean thank you and it is also said as a gesture of support

The Maori word for mouth is "kauae."

Black, white, and red are traditional colors that represent Maori culture and heritage. Black symbolizes the land, white represents purity and spirituality, and red is associated with strength and leadership. These colors are often used in Maori art, tattoos, and ceremonies.

The Maori name for Raglan is Whaingaroa.