Kīwaha Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Tapatapahi ana!
A
Outstanding, primo, awesome!
2
Q
He momo tonu
A
True to form / It’s a family trait
This kīwaha highlights a person’s character and inherited qualities or those of their ancestors
3
Q
Kei runga noa atu!
A
Top-notch! Great! Awesome! Too much! Outstanding!
Praising someone for their outstanding work
4
Q
Ka aroha kē
A
How sad / How disappointing / What a pity
A kīwaha used to express sympathy, disappointment, or regret.
