NGĀ PĒPEHA a ngā Tīpuna Flashcards
1
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Whaowhia te kete mātauranga
A
“Fill the basket of knowledge”
This proverb empahasises the importance of learning
2
Q
kōpua
A
(verb) to be deep
3
Q
He tangata i akona ki te whare, tunga ki te marae tau ana.
A
“One who has learned in the house and on the marae stands with dignity. One who has been schooled in marae customs and speech will stand on the confidently, speaking well and admired by those present. The saying may also refer to the house of learning’ (whare wananga), where, after formal training, one may hope to become an outstanding orator on the marae.
