Does word Aroha Mai mean?

It is entitled "Aroha mai, aroha atu" after the ancient Maori proverb meaning "Love received, love returned" and depicts two huia birds.
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What does aroha Mai mean in New Zealand?

more... "Aroha mai, aroha atu" is a Maori proverb meaning "love received, love returned." To the artist this work describes balance and symmetry. To show that opposing forces (positives and negatives, darkness and light, masculine and feminine) are present in all things, constantly balancing each other out.
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How do you use aroha Mai?

aroha mai. 1. (verb) sorry, I'm sorry, my apologies - a modern usage.
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What language is aroha Mai?

Aroha mai, aroha atu – Maori Language Grammarness.
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How do you express sympathy in Māori?

Ka aroha hoki:

'Ka aroha hoki' is an idiom used to express sympathy, disappointment or regret.
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Aroha Mai, Aroha Atu



What do you say in Māori when someone dies?

The Maori terms a natural death mate aitu, and mate tara whare (death by the house wall).
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What do you say to someone who has lost someone in Māori?

There are whakataukī (sayings) which are commonly recited when news that someone has died is conveyed. For example, 'Kua hinga te tōtara i Te Waonui-a-Tāne. ' (The tōtara tree has fallen in Tāne's great forest.)
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What does Kia Kaha mean in NZ?

Kia kaha is a Māori phrase used by the people of New Zealand as an affirmation, meaning stay strong. The phrase has significant meaning for Māori: popularised through its usage by the 28th Māori Battalion during World War II, it is found in titles of books and songs, as well as a motto.
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What does Ka kite ano?

Ka Kite Ano (See you tomorrow)

Although this is generally remarked as incorrect usage, 'ka kite ano' is commonly said by local TV presenters and newscasters when bidding goodbye to their viewers. It may pop up in daily conversations with Kiwis too – so keep this one at the back of your mind for future reference.
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What does Mana mean in New Zealand?

(noun) prestige, authority, control, power, influence, status, spiritual power, charisma - mana is a supernatural force in a person, place or object. Mana goes hand in hand with tapu, one affecting the other. The more prestigious the event, person or object, the more it is surrounded by tapu and mana.
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How do you apologize in te reo?

There is no direct equivalent of “I'm sorry” in te reo – the phrase “noku te he” is rather an expression of ownership of the wrong, rather than regret for its commission.
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How do you say thank you in te reo?

Tēnā koe (to one person), tēnā kōrua (to two people), or tēnā koutou (to three or more people) also means thank you in Māori.
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What is Ka Pai?

Ka pai – Well done, or good. Karakia – Prayer.
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What is a Tautoko?

Tautoko 1. (verb) to support, prop up, verify, advocate, accept, agree.
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What does Nau mai Haere Mai?

Nau mai, Haere Mai, (Welcome)
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What is Kei te pai?

The answer would probably be: "Kei te pai" ("Kei te" = present form, "pai" = "good") or "Kei te pai ahau" ("ahau" = "me") which means "I am fine".
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What does Tena koutou katoa?

Tena Koutou Katoa. Translated from Te Reo Maori, that means Hello Everybody, and this is one of the greetings commonly heard through our teams these days - Morena.
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What does ka kite apopo?

Here are some phrases you can use in our daily meetings:

Ka Kite Apopo (See you tomorrow) Noho ora mai (Be well/Stay safe)
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How do you say cheers in NZ?

14 New Zealand (Kiwi) Slang Terms You Need to Know
  1. Kia Ora – Maori word for hello. ...
  2. Cheers – Thanks. ...
  3. Chocka – Full. ...
  4. Choice – Excellent, great; expressing something as positive. ...
  5. Cuzzie or cuz – Meaning cousin - used as a term of address for a friend. ...
  6. Dodgy – Bad, unreliable. ...
  7. Good on ya – Well done, congratulations.
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How do you say best wishes in Māori?

  1. That is all for now. Heoi anō tāku mō nāianei.
  2. See you (again) Ka kite (anō)
  3. With best wishes. Ngā manaakitanga.
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What is a waka kawe?

Harakeke casket, otherwise called a waka kawe or waka tupapaku, is a new offering whānau can chose to have their loved ones buried in. Simplicity Bereavement Services in Hastings is able to offer the waka kawe for whānau who want a more environmentally friendly option.
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What do you wear to a Māori funeral?

Funeral attendees wear black and sometimes kawakawa leaf wreaths on their heads. The Whanau pani, or close family of the deceased, aren't expected to speak; but mourners can show the deceased respect by giving emotional speeches, sharing memories, performing songs, and doing chants.
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How do you say farewell in te reo?

haere rā 1. (interjection) goodbye (said to someone leaving), farewell!
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What does Kai Pa mean?

good meal. More meanings for kai pai. good eats. kai pai. good food.
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What is Tu Meke?

What does tu meke mean? The literal translation from Māori is 'too much'. It's a way of expressing gratitude for generous acts, for example when someone has made your day with a small gesture you might thank them with tu meke.
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