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About Maori
Maori is an official language of New Zealand and is experiencing a strong revival.
Speakers
150,000+
Language Family
Polynesian
Writing System
Latin alphabet
Difficulty
Medium
Spoken in
Why Learn Maori?
Maori culture is integral to New Zealand's identity and tourism.
Common Maori Words
Start your Maori journey with these essential words and phrases.
Kia ora
Hello
kee-ah OH-rah
Ngā mihi
Thank you
ngah MEE-hee
Koa
Please
KOH-ah
Āe
Yes
ah-eh
Kāo
No
KAH-oh
Wai
Water
why
Kai
Food
kai
Hoa
Friend
HOH-ah
Aroha
Love
ah-ROH-hah
Ka kite
Goodbye
kah KEE-teh
History of Maori
Maori arrived in New Zealand around 1300 AD from Eastern Polynesia. The language nearly died out in the 20th century but has been revived through immersion schools (kura kaupapa) and Maori television. Today Maori words like 'kiwi' and 'haka' are recognized worldwide.
Is Maori Hard to Learn?
Maori uses only 15 letters from the Latin alphabet and has consistent pronunciation rules. Grammar features like particle usage and possessive categories differ from English but are regular. The revival movement has created excellent learning resources.
Learning Maori Online: FAQ
Can I learn Maori online for free?
Yes — Vocabo is a free Chrome extension that teaches you Maori vocabulary while you browse the web. It replaces words and short phrases on pages you already read with their Maori equivalents, so you pick up vocabulary passively — no sign-up, no ads, and no daily lesson grind.
Is Maori on Duolingo?
No — Duolingo doesn't currently offer a Maori course for English speakers. You can still learn Maori online for free: Vocabo supports Maori and builds your vocabulary naturally while you browse.
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