How to say “Good night” in Maori
The most common way to say “good night” in Maori. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Pō mārie
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Maori
Pō mārie, Kei te pēhea koe?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Maori?
"Good night" in Maori is "Pō mārie". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Pō mārie" written in Maori?
"Pō mārie" is the standard written form in Maori, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Pō mārie" in Maori?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Pō mārie" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Pō mārie" mean in English?
"Pō mārie" is the Maori way of saying "Good night" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Good night" in Maori?
Many languages — including Maori — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Pō mārie" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Maori spoken?
Maori is spoken by an estimated 185,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Maori dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Maori dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Pō mārie" or any other Maori text.