Learn Common Cook Islands Māori Phrases for Everyday Conversations

Pacific Learners is excited to introduce our second Cook Islands Māori language video, focusing on common Cook Islands phrases that can be used in everyday conversations. Learning practical phrases is an important step in building confidence and fluency when speaking the language.

At Pacific Learners, we are passionate about promoting Pacific languages, especially among our young tamariki. Understanding and using heritage languages helps strengthen cultural identity, belonging, and confidence for Pacific learners.

In this video, you will learn useful Cook Islands Māori phrases.

• Pē’ea ‘ua koe?  –  How are you?
• Meitaki ‘ua au  –  I’m good thank you
• Ko’ai tō’ou ingoa?  –  What is your name?
• Nō’ea mai koe?  –  Where are you from?
• Ka ‘aere koe ki ‘ea?  –  Where are you going?
• Tei te ngutu’are kāīnga au  –  I am at home
• ‘Aere mai kaikai  –  Come and eat
• ‘Ea’a te ora?  –  What is the time?
• ‘Aere ‘āakara ‘ia te pi’a tūtū  –  Go and watch TV
• Mataora i te ‘āravei ‘īa koe  –  Pleased to meet you
• ‘Ē’ia moni i teia?  –  How much is this?
• ‘Auraka e manamanatā ‘i te reira  –  Don’t worry about it
• ‘Ē iti ‘ua tāku tuatua Kūki ‘Āirani kā kite  –  I speak a little Cook Island
• ‘Inangaro au ‘iā koe  –  I love you
• Kāre au e mārama ana  –  I don’t understand
• Kia mānea tō’ou rā  –  Have a nice day

By combining this lesson with our Common Cook Islands Words video, learners can begin forming simple sentences and develop a stronger foundation in speaking Cook Islands Māori. Regular practice and repetition will help build confidence and familiarity with the language.

For more videos and resources, explore our Cook Islands Māori language video collection and continue your learning journey.