How do you say goodbye in New Zealand?

Maori Language Terms
  1. Kia ora – hello, goodbye, thank you.
  2. Haere mai – welcome.
  3. Haere rā - goodbye.
  4. Whānau – family.
  5. Wāhine - woman.
  6. Tāne - man.
  7. Whare – house.
  8. Āe – Yes.
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How do New Zealand say thank you?

How do you say thank you in Māori?
  • As well as being used as a greeting, kia ora is also a general expression of appreciation.
  • 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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Does kia ora mean hello or goodbye?

It translates literally as "have life" or "be healthy", wishing the essence of life upon them. It is used as an informal greeting or farewell equivalent to "hi", "hello" or "goodbye" and can be used as an expression of thanks similar to "cheers".
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Do they say cheers in New Zealand?

Now that you are familiar with New Zealand slang, you will be stoked when you see your kiwi friend at smoko and they say, “Kia Ora bro, cheers, how are you doing? I'm knackered.
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What does kia ora mean in New Zealand?

Kia Ora is a greeting many people outside of New Zealand are familiar with. It can mean a lot of things, too! Kiwis use it to say hello, good morning, good luck, and take care. It's essentially an all-encompassing way to wish someone well.
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What does Ka kite ano?

Ka Kite Ano (See you tomorrow)
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What is a typical New Zealand greeting?

The 'Hongi' is a traditional Maori greeting in New Zealand used by the Maori people. To hongi you press your nose and forehead together with the nose and forehead of the person you are greeting. Many people of Maori decent prefer to hongi, instead of shaking hands.
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Do New Zealanders swear?

Though you may hear New Zealanders swearing often, it is safest only to do so in private with family and/or friends. Punctuality is expected, so being more than 5 to 10 minutes late without giving someone forewarning is seen as disrespectful.
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Why do Kiwis say yeah nah?

Kiwis are exceptionally agreeable, so even when they want to disagree with you, they'll throw in a "yeah" as well. Basically, "yeah, nah" is a non-committal way of saying no. As in: "Do you want to go for a hike this weekend?" "Yeah, nah, I'll think about it ay."
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What are some Kiwi sayings?

The Best 10 Kiwi Slang Words, Phrases and Kiwi-isms for International Students to Understand
  1. Sweet as. This is what Kiwis say when we mean 'no problem', 'awesome' or 'cool'. ...
  2. Chur/Choice. ...
  3. Bro or Cuz. ...
  4. Eh/Ay/Aye. ...
  5. All good/No Worries. ...
  6. Keen. ...
  7. Heaps. ...
  8. Crack up.
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How do you say hello in NZ?

“Kia ora” (Key-or-rah) is an informal greeting for “hello” and “thank you”, and can also be a form of acknowledgement.
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How do you end a letter in Māori?

endings
  1. Yours sincerely (one signatory) Nāku noa, nā
  2. Yours sincerely (two signatories) Nā māua noa, nā (very formal)
  3. Yours sincerely (three signatories) Nā mātou noa, nā
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What does Tena Koe mean?

(təˈnɑː ˈkwɔɪ ) exclamation. New Zealand. a Māori greeting to one person.
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What is a mihi mean?

noun. a Māori ceremonial greeting. verb. (tr) to greet (a person)
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Is it OK to call a New Zealander a Kiwi?

It absolutely is ok to call a New Zealander a Kiwi. Though in some countries a nickname like this would be considered offensive, it is anything but in New Zealand. So go ahead and call us Kiwis!
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What is Kiwi slang?

"Kiwi" (/ˈkiːwi/ KEE-wee) is a common self-reference used by New Zealanders, though it is also used internationally. Unlike many demographic labels, its usage is not considered offensive; rather, it is generally viewed as a symbol of pride and affection for most people of New Zealand.
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Is Bloody a swear word in New Zealand?

32. Bloody – “That was a bloody great night out, wasn't it?” This word is stereotypically British, so you might be surprised to learn that is a very common New Zealand phrase, too. Bloody is put into any old sentence.
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What do Kiwis call thongs?

'Gumboots' And 'Jandals'

Both are colloquial, loveable Kiwi icons. The Gumboot is not some type of gummy candy, it's simply your wellies or Wellington Boots to use the proper term. A Jandal is your equivalent of a flip-flop or thong (ask the Aussie's for their answer on thongs!).
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What is Thong in NZ?

In New Zealand, thongs (the footwear) are called Jandals from a local patent or Flip-Flops as in the UK. Whereas New Zealanders use the word “thong” for a certain type of minimalistic underwear. So if you in New Zealand ask for “a thong” they will give you underwear, not shoes.
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What does G mean in New Zealand?

Good on you – expression of approval, friendly approval of somebodys actions. Good as gold – affirmative answer, aproval of quality. Growling – to nark.
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What is dating like in New Zealand?

Dating in New Zealand

Social attitudes in New Zealand vary between communities, and intimate relationships may be less formal than you're used to. There tend to be fewer rules, and there may be less social pressure to behave a certain way. The unspoken rules of dating in a new country can take a while to understand.
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Do they say G Day in New Zealand?

(good day): Used interchangeably with hello and hi, but more characteristically Australian/New Zealand, and perhaps the most informal of these options. Also used in the constructions G'day, mate (a greeting to a friend or acquaintance) and G'day, stranger (ironically, to a friend not seen in some time).
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What does Nga mihi mean in New Zealand?

The English translation is : Greetings to all.
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What does Ka Pai mean in New Zealand?

Ka pai – Well done, or good. Karakia – Prayer.
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How do you say cool in NZ?

Chur: Thanks/thank you. Sweet as: Cool, awesome or no problem. “
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