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The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maori
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The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maori by Scotty Morrison is Aotearoa's most trusted guide to mastering te reo Maori, now meticulously revised and updated to meet the needs of contemporary language learners. This essential resource is designed to be the most up-to-date, versatile, and relevant tool...
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The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maori by Scotty Morrison is Aotearoa's most trusted guide to mastering te reo Maori, now meticulously revised and updated to meet the needs of contemporary language learners. This essential resource is designed to be the most up-to-date, versatile, and relevant tool for anyone wishing to use the Maori language in daily life, whether a complete beginner or an emerging speaker of te reo Maori.
Inside, you'll discover a wealth of useful phrases carefully tailored to various aspects of everyday life, making the learning process engaging and practical. The book covers an extensive range of topics, ensuring that you are well-equipped to communicate effectively in various contexts, including:
โข The home
โข The marae
โข The workplace
โข Meeting and greeting
โข Eating and drinking
โข Counting and learning
โข Days, months, and telling the time
โข Seasons and weather
โข Travel and directions
โข Social media
โข Playing sports
โข The environment and outdoors
โข Having fun and socialisingโฆ and so much more!
Fun, user-friendly, and crafted with everyday situations in mind, The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maori is an indispensable guide that no home or office should be without. Its straightforward approach ensures that learners of all levels feel confident and inspired to practice and use te reo Maori in their everyday conversations.
This new edition includes numerous updates and exciting additions to make the learning experience even more comprehensive and relevant:
โข A new introduction
โข New chapters dedicated to the environment, workplace, and social media
โข New sections on Matariki (the Maori lunar calendar)
โข New terminology related to Covid-19 and lockdowns
โข Revisions and edits throughout the text to enhance clarity and usability
As Katherine Findlay from Mana aptly puts it, โClever but written in a user-friendly styleโฆ an important little book for all New Zealanders interested in te reo.โ The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maori is not just a phrasebook; itโs a gateway to understanding and embracing the Maori language and culture, fostering greater connection and communication in Aotearoa and beyond.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780143776093
Publisher: Penguin Group (NZ)
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 31 August 2021
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Penguin Group (NZ)
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 24.0mm
Width: 139.0mm
Height: 209.0mm
Weight: 290g
Pages: 272
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About the Author
Professor Scotty Morrison (Ngati Whakaue) is the well-known presenter of current affairs programmes Te Karere and Marae. He holds a Master's degree (Education), is working towards his PhD, and has been an Adjunct Professor and the Director of Maori Student and Community Engagement at Auckland's Unitec Institute of Technology. In 2017, he was appointed to a new role at Massey University's Te Putahi-a-Toi (School of Maori Art, Knowledge and Education), working alongside his wife Stacey in a strategic, advocacy and lecturing capacity. Scotty is the author of the bestselling language guides Maori Made Easy (winner of the 2016 Nga Kupu Ora Maori Book Award - Te Reo Maori), Maori Made Easy 2, The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maori, Maori at Work and Maori at Home, which was co-authored with Stacey. In 2019, Scotty was awarded the inaugural Te Tohu Korurenga Hau Culture Change award by Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Maori, The Maori Language Commission, for his leadership and innovation as a teacher of te reo Maori. Scotty lives in Auckland with Stacey and their three children, Hawaiki, Kurawaka and Maiana.
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