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Friday, 25 July 2014

Maori Language Week - Sosaia

What is a powhiri?

A powhiri is an event , usually to welcome manuhiri (guest) to a gathering or meeting.

The wero is laid down or challenge by a male to welcome the guest

Then there is a whai korero by an elderly male

Then the guest usually perform a song or haka 

Then they go around and do hongi's 

And finally there is usually a feast

And that is a powhiri

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