How to say “How are you?” in Maori
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Maori. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Kei te pēhea koe?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Maori
Kia ora, Kei te pēhea koe?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Maori?
"How are you?" in Maori is "Kei te pēhea koe?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Kei te pēhea koe?" written in Maori?
"Kei te pēhea koe?" is the standard written form in Maori, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Kei te pēhea koe?" in Maori?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Kei te pēhea koe?" 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 "Kei te pēhea koe?" mean in English?
"Kei te pēhea koe?" is the Maori way of saying "How are you?" 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 "How are you?" in Maori?
Many languages — including Maori — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Kei te pēhea koe?" 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 "Kei te pēhea koe?" or any other Maori text.