The Māori varieties of the East Coast of the North Island. Distinguished by tribal lexicon and tonal patterns associated with iwi of the region.
Te Reo Māori
Also known as: 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Te Reo Māori?
Te Reo Māori is a dialect of Māori.
Which region is Te Reo Māori associated with?
Te Reo Māori is part of the Southeast Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Te Reo Māori known by other names?
Yes — Te Reo Māori is also referred to as Standard Māori.
What are the other dialects of Māori?
Māori also includes Eastern Māori. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.