Te Reo Māori: Introduction to Pronunciation
Learn the basics of Māori language pronunciation, including some everyday words, key greetings and phrases.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for anyone with an interest in learning the basics of the Māori language. It will be especially useful if you live in New Zealand or plan to travel to the country, either for work, study, or on holiday.
What topics will you cover?
The why and how of Māori language learning
Pronunciation of the vowels and consonants
Use of macrons
Place names, numbers, birds and tree names
Phrases
Greetings
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to…
recognise correct pronunciation of Māori words
understand and use Māori greetings correctly
understand the pronunciation of Māori words and place names that appear in our everyday vocabulary
identify opportunities for more learning in this area
