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kia ora

English

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Etymology

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Borrowed from Maori kia ora.

Pronunciation

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Interjection

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kia ora

  1. (New Zealand, informal) Used as a greeting.
    Synonyms: hello, hi
  2. (New Zealand) Expressing good will or gratitude.

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Maori

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Etymology

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Desiderative verbal particle kia +‎ ora (“health, wellness”). Literally, "may [you] be of good health".

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /kiˈao.ra/, [kiˈɐɔ.ɾɐ]

Interjection

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kia ora

  1. A greeting (salutation) said when meeting someone or acknowledging someone’s arrival or presence.
  2. An expression of gratitude (similar to cheers!).
  3. An expression of support or agreement (similar to hear hear).

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