Standard Māori
The Māori language of Aotearoa New Zealand. An Eastern Polynesian language and one of New Zealand's official languages, central to ongoing language-revitalisation efforts.
Eastern Māori
The Māori varieties of the East Coast of the North Island. Distinguished by tribal lexicon and tonal patterns associated with iwi of the region.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Eastern Māori?
Eastern Māori is a dialect of the Māori language.
Where is Eastern Māori spoken?
Eastern Māori is primarily spoken in New Zealand.
Which region is Eastern Māori associated with?
Eastern Māori is part of the Southeast Asia region on DialectAtlas.
What are the other dialects of Māori?
Māori also includes Te Reo Māori. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Māori dialects
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