🇳🇿 Maori phrases

How to Say "Hurry up" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Tōia
"Hurry up" in Maori · say it like toh-ee-ah

The most natural way to say "Hurry up" in Maori is Tōia. 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

Tēnā tōia
a more polite way to ask someone to hurry
Kia tere
a casual way to say hurry up

When to use it

You can use 'Tōia' when you want someone to move faster. It is suitable in both casual and slightly formal situations. Use it when you are in a hurry or when you need someone to speed up their actions.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Tōia, ka pātea te pahi.Hurry up, the bus is leaving.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Tōia' with 'Tēnā', which means 'that'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Tōia, 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 more polite way to say hurry up?

Yes, you can say 'Tēnā tōia' for a more polite request.

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