馃嚦馃嚳 Maori phrases

How to Say "My love" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
taku aroha
"My love" in Maori 路 say it like tah-koo ah-roh-hah

The most natural way to say "My love" in Maori is taku aroha. 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

taku tino aroha
more emphatic, used to express deep affection
t艒ku aroha
another way to say it, often used in different dialects

When to use it

You can use this phrase to express affection towards a partner, family member, or close friend. It is suitable for both spoken and written contexts. Use it in casual conversations or in romantic settings.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Taku aroha, e noho ana au ki a koe.My love, I am here for you.
Ka pouri au, taku aroha.I am sad, my love.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'taku' with 't艒ku', which can change the meaning slightly based on dialect.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear taku aroha, 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 difference between 'taku' and 't艒ku'?

Yes, 'taku' is more commonly used in everyday speech, while 't艒ku' may be used in specific dialects.

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