It's a versatile word, used in many contexts, like:
* To talk, to speak: "E kōrero ana ahau me taku hoa." (I am talking to my friend.)
* To discuss, to chat: "Ka kōrero tātou mō tēnei take." (Let's discuss this matter.)
* To tell a story: "Kōrerohia mai tētahi kōrero." (Tell me a story.)
* To give a speech: "Ka kōrero a ia ki te hui." (He will speak at the meeting.)
It's also used in many phrases and proverbs, such as:
* Kōrero tāwhitiwhiti: Gossip, idle talk
* Kōrero noa: Small talk
* Kōrero mō te ao: Talk about the world
* Kōrero o te iwi: The stories of the people
* He kōrero nui: A big story, a significant matter
The Māori language is rich and nuanced, so the meaning of "kōrero" can change depending on the context.