What does Piki Mai mean?

The hilltop overlooking Whakatü is known to Mäori as Piki mai, which translates as ‘climb hither’. Piki mai was a staging point for the pakohe (argillite) industry, the nearest quarries being in the Nelson Mineral Belt.

What does Moi Moi Ra mean?

sleep on your sleep. Last Update: 2020-08-14. Usage Frequency: 3. Reference: Anonymous.

What does Kahi mean?

shave, the place, the location.

What does te reo means?

te reo Māori (literally, te = the, reo = language) The Māori language.

What is the meaning of tikanga?

Generally speaking, tikanga are Māori customary practices or behaviours. The concept is derived from the Māori word ‘tika’ which means ‘right’ or ‘correct’ so, in Māori terms, to act in accordance with tikanga is to behave in a way that is culturally proper or appropriate.

What does Aotea mean?

white cloud
Aotea, also known as Great Barrier Island, is the 6th largest island of NZ with an area of 285 sq kilometres. Māori named the island Aotea meaning white cloud (ao – cloud, tea – white) as it appeared in the distance as a white cloud on the horizon.

What does kaupapa mean?

Kaupapa means principles and ideas which act as a base or foundation for action. A kaupapa is a set of values, principles and plans which people have agreed on as a foundation for their actions.

What is te Rangatiratanga?

Rangatiratanga (Self-determination of thinking and actions) Rangatiratanga is a traditional Māori philosophy, value and practice of people exercising their independence, and determining their choices for governing themselves.

What is te ao?

The Māori world view (te ao Māori) acknowledges the interconnectedness and interrelationship of all living & non-living things. The Māori world view (te ao Māori) acknowledges the interconnectedness and interrelationship of all living and non-living things.

What is a korero mean?

/ (ˈkɒrərɔː) / noun plural -ros. a talk or discussion; meeting. verb.

What is Manakitanga?

Manakitanga means to extend aroha (love and compassion) to others. It is found in acts such as helping a loved one, encouraging one another or even supporting a complete stranger. Manaakitanga is one of the most important concepts to Māori people as it secures the strength of our whānau (families) and communities.

What is Mātauranga?

The term mātauranga Māori literally means Māori knowledge and is closely aligned to the period of pre-European contact as it encompasses traditional concepts of knowledge and knowing that Māori ancestors brought with them to Aotearoa/New Zealand.