馃嚦馃嚳 Maori phrases

How to Say "Nice to see you" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ka pai te kite i a koe
"Nice to see you" in Maori 路 say it like kah pie teh kee-teh ee ah koh-eh

The most natural way to say "Nice to see you" in Maori is Ka pai te kite i 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

N艒na te kite i a koe
More formal, used in respectful contexts
He pai ki te kite i a koe
Casual, friendly way to express the same sentiment

When to use it

Use this phrase when you meet someone you know after a while. It expresses warmth and friendliness. It can be used in both casual and slightly formal situations.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Ka pai te kite i a koe i t膿nei r膩.It is good to see you today.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct verb form, leading to awkward phrases.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Ka pai te kite i 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 this phrase used in formal settings?

Yes, it can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

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