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Mastering the nuances of any language involves a deep understanding of its grammar, and Māori is no exception. Adverbs of time are particularly essential as they help indicate when actions occur, providing context and clarity in communication. In these exercises, you'll explore various Māori adverbs of time, such as "inanahi" (yesterday), "āpōpō" (tomorrow), and "i tēnei rā" (today). By engaging with these practice activities, you'll not only expand your vocabulary but also enhance your ability to structure sentences accurately and meaningfully. These grammar exercises are designed to cater to both beginners and intermediate learners of the Māori language. Each activity is structured to reinforce your understanding through practical application, ensuring that you can confidently use time-related adverbs in everyday conversations. Whether you're preparing for a test, looking to improve your fluency, or simply passionate about learning Māori, these exercises will provide a comprehensive and enjoyable way to deepen your linguistic skills. Dive in and start practicing to make your Māori expressions more precise and dynamic!
1. Kei te *rāpopo* te hui (day of the week after Friday).
2. Ka haere au ki te whare taonga *āpopo* (the day after today).
3. I kite au i a ia *inānahi* (the day before today).
4. Ka kai mātou i te *ahiahi* (time of day before night).
5. Ka haere mātou ki te pāmu *ā tērā wiki* (next week).
6. I te *ata* ka tīmata te hui (time of day when the sun rises).
7. Ka mutu te kura *i te ahiahi* (time of day after afternoon).
8. Ka hoki mai rātou *ā te pō* (time of day after evening).
9. I te *po* ka moe ngā tamariki (time of day when it is dark).
10. Ka tīmata te kēmu *ā te Rātapu* (the day of the week before Monday).
1. Kei te *inaianei* ahau e kai ana (currently).
2. Ka haere ia ki te kura *apopo* (tomorrow).
3. Ka hoki mai a Hone *akuanei* (soon).
4. Ka oma ia *inaianei* (now).
5. I te *nehera* rātou i haere ai ki te pāmu (long ago).
6. Ka kite ahau i a koe *a te po* (tonight).
7. I haere mātou ki te tāone *inapō* (last night).
8. Ka tīmata te hui *a te ata* (in the morning).
9. Kua hoki mai rātou *inānāhi* (yesterday).
10. Ka haere mātou ki te moana *ā tērā wiki* (next week).
1. Ka haere mātou ki te moana *āpopo* (future time adverb).
2. I kite au i te manu *inapō* (time adverb for last night).
3. Kei te ako rātou i te reo Māori *i tēnei rā* (time adverb for today).
4. Ka oma ia ki te kura *ia rā* (time adverb for every day).
5. I noho mātou ki te marae *i tērā wiki* (time adverb for last week).
6. Kei te haere ia ki te mahi *inaianei* (time adverb for now).
7. Ka kite au i a koe *ā te pō nei* (time adverb for tonight).
8. Kei te haere mātou ki te ngahere *ā tērā wiki* (time adverb for next week).
9. I haere au ki te wharekai *inanahi* (time adverb for yesterday).
10. Ka hoki mai rātou ki te kāinga *ākuanei* (time adverb for soon).
