馃嚦馃嚳 Maori phrases

How to Say "I can't live without you" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Kaore au e taea te noho me koe
"I can't live without you" in Maori 路 say it like kah-oh-reh ow eh tah-eh-ah teh noh-ho meh koh-eh

The most natural way to say "I can't live without you" in Maori is Kaore au e taea te noho me 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

Kaore e taea e au te ora me koe
A more formal way to express the same sentiment
Kaore au e taea te noho i te kore koe
A casual variant emphasizing the absence

When to use it

Use this phrase when expressing deep affection or dependency on someone. It can be used in romantic contexts or close friendships. It conveys a strong emotional connection and the importance of the other person in your life.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Kaore au e taea te noho me koe i tenei waI cannot live without you right now
Kaore au e taea te noho me koe, e hoaI cannot live without you, my friend
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'noho' with 'ora', thinking they mean the same thing. 'Noho' refers to living or staying, while 'ora' refers to being alive or well.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Kaore au e taea te noho me 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 everyday conversation?

Yes, it can be used in both casual and serious contexts, depending on the relationship.

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