馃嚦馃嚳 Maori phrases

How to Say "Good morning" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ata m膩rie
"Good morning" in Maori 路 say it like ah-tah mah-ree-eh

The most natural way to say "Good morning" in Maori is Ata m膩rie. 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

Ata marie
A slightly more casual way to greet someone in the morning.

When to use it

Use this greeting in the morning when you meet someone. It is a friendly way to start a conversation. You can use it in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Ata m膩rie, e hoa.Good morning, my friend.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse it with 'Ata' which means 'morning' but is not a complete greeting.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Ata m膩rie, 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

Can I use this greeting at any time of the day?

No, it is specifically for the morning.

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