馃嚦馃嚳 Maori phrases

How to Say "How are you?" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Kei te p膿hea koe?
"How are you?" in Maori 路 say it like kay te peh-hah koh-eh

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Maori is Kei te p膿hea koe?. 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

Kei te p膿hea t膩u?
Used when asking about someone's wellbeing in a more formal context.
Pehea ana koe?
A more casual way to ask the same question.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when greeting someone to inquire about their wellbeing. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. It shows care and interest in the other person's state.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Kei te p膿hea koe i t膿nei r膩?How are you today?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct pronoun, which can change the meaning.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Kei te p膿hea koe?, 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 this phrase used in all regions of New Zealand?

Yes, it is widely understood and used across different regions.

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