Contents

Contents : Introduction -- pronunciation -- New Zealand -- Universe -- The stars of Matariki -- World -- The Head -- the human body -- family tree -- feelings & states -- clothing -- colours & shapes -- numbers -- measurements -- units of time -- special days -- opposites -- weather -- ocean -- native birds -- native plants -- nature -- reptiles & amphibians -- the insect world -- mammals -- other birds -- transport -- school -- house -- living room -- bedroom -- laundry -- bathroom -- kitchen -- fruit -- vegetables -- pantry -- fridge / freezer -- parts of the meeting house -- the marae -- welcome ceremony -- traditional maori objects / adornments / clothing -- creation narratives -- formal greetings -- informal greetings -- terms of address -- Maori index -- english index.