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Common New Zealand phrases!

  • Writer: Bobbi Schlenvogt
    Bobbi Schlenvogt
  • Sep 26, 2018
  • 1 min read

Taken from http://www.statravel.com.au/new-zealand-language.htm:

Kia ora Hello in Maori.

Sweet as, bro.

Used in a wide variety of situations--can mean anything from 'thank you' to 'cool.' Choice, bro! 'Choice' is a very versatile word in NZ meaning anything from OK, cool, I agree, I understand, it's been good…to a million other things - but always positive. Fish and chips Fish and chips are a kiwi favourite cooked at the local ‘takeaways’. Hangi A traditional Maori meal cooked over the course of the day in pits in the earth resulting in a very fresh, moist and tasty style of food. Pakeha Coined initially by early Maori to describe European settlers, which has stuck to this day. Chilly bin AKA the esky! A cooler. An integral part of any summer holiday, sporting event or student gathering,. Bach ("batch") A holiday home at the beach. Usually small and a bit shabby but it’s likely no one will mind you traipsing some sand inside. Tiki tour A roundabout way to get somewhere – taking the scenic route

Taken from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmbIiSMAtrI:

Sounds/Spelling of TeReo Maori:

-wh= 'f' sound

 
 
 

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