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Maori Language and Culture
The Maori people are the native people of New Zealand. They were also the original speakers of the Maori language, one of New Zealand's official languages. Descendants of the Maori people are found throughout New Zealand. In this category, there are questions relating to this people's culture, history and language.
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What is the maori name for broccoli?
panana
its pretty basic, as there is no letter "B" in the Maori alphabet, it is "panana" holding enphisis on the pa
Who is the Maori warrior on the New Zealand Shilling?
The Maori warrior on the reverse of the New Zealand Shilling does not represent a particular individual.
All New Zealand coins have a uniquely New Zealand image, or something relevant to New Zealand history on the reverse.
The reverse of the New Zealand One Shilling coin shows a crouching Maori warrior carrying a taiaha.
How do you make a Maori bone carving?
Each design has its own meaning and when combined can tell a story the carver wants to tell. Many carvings represent ancestors of the iwi (tribe) they are in, some are manaia (guardians) to protect those around them.
What is the name of the hard green rock used for maori carvings?
You could say either Pounamu or Taonga.
Maori use this art form to decorate their meeting houses?
Whakairo (woodcarving), Kowhaiwhai (painted rafters) and Tukutuku (woven wall panels).
What was maori houses made from?
maori jewelry is made from pounamu(greenstone)sometimes it can be made with some sort of fishing cord or it can be from flax.
What is the maori translation for in god i trust?
2. (noun) Lord - a name for God. Ä€ ka puta mai ki a ia tÄ“tahi anahera a te Ariki e tÅ« ana i te taha matau o te Äta whakakakara (PT Ruka 1:11).And there appeared unto him an angel of the Lord standing on the right side of the altar of incense.
3. (noun) master, landlord, land owner.
atua
1. (noun) ancestor with continuing influence, god, demon, supernatural being, deity, ghost, object of superstitious regard, strange being - although often translated as 'god' and used for the Christian God, this is a misconception of the real meaning. Many MÄori trace their ancestry from atua in their whakapapa and they are regarded as ancestors with influence over particular domains. These atua also were a way of rationalising and perceiving the world.
What is the Maori name for Netball?
Goal attack - Poutuki,
Goal shoot - Ringa titere,
Wing attack - Paihau tuki,
Centre - Takuahi,
Wing defense - Paihau pare,
Goal keep - Tautopenga,
Goal defense - Poupare.
What is the maori word for horse?
Tainui, Te arawa, Mataatua, Takitimu, Tokomaru, Kurahaupo and Aotea.
Why does everyone cellbrate matariki diffrent?
Matariki, the Māori New Year, is celebrated differently across New Zealand due to regional variations in customs, traditions, and the significance of the stars. Each iwi (tribe) may have unique practices and cultural stories associated with Matariki, reflecting their specific histories and beliefs. Additionally, contemporary influences and individual family traditions contribute to the diverse ways in which people commemorate this time, emphasizing themes of reflection, renewal, and connection to the land.
What does tonu koe mean in English?
It depends what language you're translating from - It means 'you' in Maori, but in Japanese means something entirely different !
Why do Moari's plant their food?
Agriculture was part of the culture that they brought with them when they arrived from Polynesia. Before Europeans arrived at New Zealand, they grew: kūmara (sweet potato), taro, hue (gourds) and uwhi (yams). After 1820, they readily farmed plants that the Europeans brought.
What is the Maori word for stick insects?
The Māori word for stick insects is "pūngāwerewere." These insects are known for their remarkable camouflage, resembling twigs or branches, which helps them avoid predators in their natural habitat. The term reflects the intricate relationship between Māori culture and the natural world.
What does huri mai mean in English?
Huri mai means turn to me or turn around.
Huri = turn
Mai = to me
What view of humankind does the Maori creation myth have?
The Maori creation myth sees humankind as descendants of the gods and deeply connected to the natural world. Humans are considered to be an integral part of the environment, with a responsibility to care for and protect it.
