馃嚦馃嚳 Maori phrases

How to Say "I hate you" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ka tino kino ahau ki a koe
"I hate you" in Maori 路 say it like kah tee-noh kee-noh ah-hah-oo kee ah koh-eh

The most natural way to say "I hate you" in Maori is Ka tino kino ahau ki a 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

Ka p膩tea ahau ki a koe
A more casual way to express dislike
Ka riri ahau ki a koe
Used when expressing anger towards someone

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express strong feelings of dislike towards someone. It is quite direct and may hurt the other person's feelings. Consider using a softer expression if you want to maintain a relationship.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Ka tino kino ahau ki a koe i tenei wa.I really hate you right now.
Ka p膩tea ahau ki a koe m艒 ng膩 mea i p膩 mai.I dislike you for what happened.
Common mistake
Learners often use overly strong language that can be offensive. It's important to gauge the context.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Ka tino kino ahau ki a 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 it okay to say this to friends?

It's best to avoid saying this to friends as it can damage relationships.

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