🇳🇿 Maori phrases

How to Say "Good night" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Nōna mai
"Good night" in Maori · say it like noh-nah my

The most natural way to say "Good night" in Maori is Nōna 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

Pō mārie
a more formal way to say good night

When to use it

Use this phrase when you are saying goodbye to someone at night. It is appropriate for both casual and formal situations. You can use it with friends, family, or colleagues.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Nōna mai, e te whānau.Good night, family.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'ka kite' which means 'see you later' and is not specific to night.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Nōna 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

Is there a different way to say good night in a formal setting?

Yes, you can use 'Pō mārie' for a more formal farewell at night.

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