How do you say brother in NZ?

Bro – ah, an absolute Kiwi staple. Bro is short for brother and is used to describe your best mates (as well as your actually brother). Probably one of the most used Kiwi slang terms and one of our favourites.

What is bro in Māori?

tungāne. 1. (noun) brother (of a female), male cousin (of a female).

What is the Māori word for older brother?

Tuākana are the older brothers of a male or older sisters of a female; taina are the younger brothers of a male or the younger sisters of a female. A younger or older female sibling of a male is a tuahine; a younger or older male sibling of a female is a tungāne.

How do you say sister in New Zealand?

tuahine. 1. (noun) sister or female cousin (of a male).

What does Tungane mean?

tungāne: brother of a girl.

HOW TO UNDERSTAND NEW ZEALAND SLANG

What does teina mean in New Zealand?

It refers to the relationship between an older person (tuakana) and a younger person (teina). The meaning is literally “older sibling-younger sibling”. Traditionally, it is specific to teaching and learning in the context of Māori.

What is a Tipuna?

noun. 1. ( often plural) a person from whom another is directly descended, esp someone more distant than a grandparent; forefather.

How do you say family in New Zealand?

Whānau is often translated as 'family', but its meaning is more complex. It includes physical, emotional and spiritual dimensions and is based on whakapapa. Whānau can be multi-layered, flexible and dynamic. Whānau is based on a Māori and a tribal world view.

Why do Kiwis say aye?

"Ay" - also spelt "eh" - is a particle that Kiwis love to tack on to the end of a sentence. It can mean anything from "could you repeat that?", to "what do you think?". It's most often used in the same way you would say "right" or "you know". As in: "It's hot today, ay".

What does ta mean in New Zealand?

Cheers or Ta – another word for thank you: “Cheers for letting us use your bach” Chilly bin – the New Zealand name for a cooler/portable ice chest or box. Cool – replacement for good, or if someone is described as cool, then it means they are popular or trendy.

What is whaea?

The formal Māori terms of "Matua" or "Whaea", meaning uncle and auntie respectively, are used for teachers and parents in schools.

What is a Tamahine?

Noun. tamahine (irregular plural tamāhine) girl. daughter.

What does potiki mean?

Pōtiki, meaning 'last born' in Maori, is blended from a selection of newer plantings and some of our more established block. Page 1. Pōtiki, meaning 'last born' in Maori, is blended from a selection of newer plantings and some of our more established blocks on the Martinborough Terrace.

How do you say hello in NZ?

100% Pure New Zealand: Kia ora, New Zealand

Kia ora can be used to say hello, express gratitude, send love and make a connection. Kia ora is a warm and welcoming greeting you'll hear throughout New Zealand and comes from the indigenous Māori language.

What does Chur Bro mean?

You can use this classic Kiwi slang to show gratitude or appreciation. As explained above, it can also mean "sweet as" or "that's awesome". As in: "I'll help you change your flat tyre." "Chur, bro."

What is Ka Pai?

Ka pai – Well done, or good. Karakia – Prayer.

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What does Motu mean NZ?

1. (verb) (-hia,-kia) to sever, cut, cut off, set free, separate.

What is whānau ora NZ?

It is an approach that places families/whānau at the centre of service delivery, requiring the integration of health, education and social services and is improving outcomes and results for New Zealand families/whānau.

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.

What does Koko mean in Māori?

1. (noun) bay, cove, inlet.

What does Koro mean in New Zealand?

nounWord forms: plural koro New Zealand. 1. an elderly Māori man. 2. a title of respect for an elderly Māori man.

How do you say Grandma in NZ?

Grandmother: tipuna wahine/tupuna wahine, kuia, karanimā/karanimāmā, perekōu, tāua, ruruhi, ruahine, kui, kuikuia, ngoingoi.