馃嚦馃嚳 Maori phrases

How to Say "What's up?" in Maori

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Kei te p膿hea?
"What's up?" in Maori 路 say it like kay-teh peh-hah

The most natural way to say "What's up?" in Maori is Kei te p膿hea?. 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

He aha te mea nui?
Used more formally to ask what's important.
Kia ora!
A casual greeting, often used to say hello.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to check in on someone or ask how they are doing. It is a friendly and informal way to greet someone. You can use it in both casual and semi-formal settings.

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Examples in Maori

MaoriEnglish
Kei te p膿hea koe?How are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'Kei te pai?' which means 'Are you good?'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Kei te p膿hea?, 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

Can I use this phrase with anyone?

Yes, it is suitable for friends and acquaintances.

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