Glossary Reo Māori
See below for translation of the words in te Reo Māori we use most frequently on our website, social media, publications and other communications.
Haere mai –Welcome
Hapū – subtribe
He mihi – Congratulations
Hoa – Friend
Iwi – Tribe
Ka rawe – Excellent
Kāinga – Home
Kaitiaki – Guardian
Kaumātua – Elder
Kaupapa – Initiative / programme
Koha – Gift
Kōrero mai – Contact
Kurī – Dog
Mahi – Work
Mātauranga – Education
Mīharo – Amazing
Mokopuna – Grandchildren
Mō mātou – About Us
Moni – Money
Nau mai – Welcome
Ngā Kaitiaki Moni – The Money guardians
Pānui – News/notice
Pēpi – Newborn
Pukapuka – Book
Pūtea – Money
Rūnanga – tribal council
Tamaiti / tamariki – child / children
Tauti mai – Welcome (our standard welcome is “Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai”)
Te Whakatānga – Retirement
Whānau – Family
Rauemi – Resources