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Learning the Maori language is a rewarding journey that opens the door to understanding a rich and vibrant culture. One of the foundational steps in mastering any language is acquiring a solid grasp of its nouns, as these form the building blocks of everyday conversation. In this section, we provide a series of exercises designed to help you identify and use common Maori nouns accurately. Whether you are a beginner taking your first steps or an intermediate learner looking to refine your skills, these exercises will enhance your vocabulary and improve your fluency. Our carefully crafted activities focus on a variety of themes and contexts to ensure a comprehensive learning experience. You'll encounter nouns related to family, nature, daily activities, and more, allowing you to practice in meaningful and practical scenarios. Each exercise is accompanied by clear instructions and examples, making it easier to understand and apply what you've learned. By regularly engaging with these exercises, you'll build your confidence and proficiency in using Maori nouns, paving the way for more advanced language skills.
1. Kei te *whare* te ngeru (noun for a building).
2. Kei runga te *rākau* i te papa (noun for something tall and wooden).
3. Kei te kai ahau i te *āporo* (noun for a common fruit).
4. Kei roto te *kōtiro* i te kura (noun for a young female).
5. Kei te moana te *ika* (noun for an aquatic animal).
6. Kei te pāmu te *kau* (noun for a farm animal that produces milk).
7. Kei runga te *rangi* i te whenua (noun for the sky).
8. Kei roto te *whare wānanga* i te tāone (noun for a place of higher learning).
9. Kei te tākaro te *tamaiti* i te papa tākaro (noun for a young child).
10. Kei raro te *papa* i te tūru (noun for the floor).
1. Ka haere au ki te *kura* (place where children learn).
2. Kei te kai te *ngeru* i te ika (common household pet).
3. Kei roto i te *pukapuka* ngā kōrero mō te ao (object you read).
4. E rere ana te *manu* i te rangi (animal that flies).
5. Kei te *whare* te whānau e noho ana (place where people live).
6. Kei runga te *tēpu* te kai (furniture used for eating).
7. Kei te whakatangi te *kāri* i te tatau (tool used to open a door).
8. Kei roto i te *pātaka* ngā kākahu (place to store clothes).
9. Kei te *mātakitaki* ngā tamariki i te pouaka whakaata (action done to a TV).
10. Kei te *moana* ngā tangata e kaukau ana (large body of water).
1. Kei te haere au ki te *kura* (place of learning).
2. He *kai* kei runga i te tēpu (something you eat).
3. Anei te *whare* o taku hoa (building where people live).
4. Kei hea tō *motokā*? (vehicle you drive).
5. He *moana* nui tēnei (large body of water).
6. Kei te *papa* tākaro ngā tamariki (place where children play).
7. Anei tō *pukapuka* (object you read).
8. He *whānau* nui tōku (group of relatives).
9. Kei te *maunga* te karakia (large natural elevation).
10. He *karaka* tōna i te ringa (object that tells time).
