馃嚦馃嚳 Maori phrases

How to Say "House" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
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"House" in Maori 路 say it like fah-reh

The most natural way to say "House" in Maori is whare. 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

whare nui
used to refer to a large house or meeting house
whare iti
used to refer to a small house

When to use it

Use 'whare' when talking about any house or home. It can refer to both traditional and modern buildings. You can use it in everyday conversation or when discussing architecture.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
He whare nui t膩 m膩tou.We have a large house.
E noho ana au i te whare iti.I live in a small house.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'whare' with 'wharekai', which specifically means a dining hall.

The fastest way to remember it

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

What is the difference between 'whare' and 'wharekai'?

'Whare' is a general term for house, while 'wharekai' refers specifically to a dining area.

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