馃嚦馃嚳 Maori phrases

How to Say "Come here" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Haere mai
"Come here" in Maori 路 say it like high-reh my

The most natural way to say "Come here" in Maori is Haere mai. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

T膿n膩 koa haere mai
A more polite way to ask someone to come here
Nau mai
Used in a welcoming context, often for groups

When to use it

You can use 'Haere mai' when you want someone to come closer to you. It is a friendly and inviting phrase. It can be used in both casual and formal situations, depending on your tone.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Haere mai ki te k膩inga.Come here to the house.
Haere mai ki te r艒p奴.Come here to the group.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'haere mai' with 'haere' which means 'go'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'haere mai'?

Use 'haere mai' when you want to invite someone to come closer or join you.

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