馃嚦馃嚳 Maori phrases

How to Say "Excuse me" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Aroha mai
"Excuse me" in Maori 路 say it like ah-roh-hah my

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Maori is Aroha 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

Aroha mai e hoa
Used when addressing a friend or peer
T膿n膩 koa
More formal, often used in polite requests

When to use it

Use 'Aroha mai' when you want to politely get someone's attention or apologize for interrupting. It is suitable in both casual and formal settings. You can use it when you need to ask a question or when you accidentally bump into someone.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Aroha mai, ka taea e au te p膩tai?Excuse me, may I ask a question?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Aroha mai' with 'Aroha,' which means love. Remember, 'Aroha mai' is specifically for getting attention or apologizing.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Aroha mai, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Maori with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Aroha mai'?

Use it when you want to politely interrupt or ask for someone's attention.

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