General Learning:
* Kei te ako ahau: This is the most common and general way to say "I am learning."
* E ako ana ahau: This is another common way to say "I am learning" and emphasizes the ongoing nature of the learning process.
Learning a Specific Subject:
* Kei te ako ahau i te ____: This translates to "I am learning ____" and you can fill in the blank with the subject you're learning. For example:
* Kei te ako ahau i te reo Maori: I am learning the Maori language.
* Kei te ako ahau i te waiata: I am learning to sing.
Learning from Someone:
* Kei te ako ahau i a ____: This means "I am learning from ____" and you can fill in the blank with the name of the person you are learning from. For example:
* Kei te ako ahau i a koe: I am learning from you.
Learning a Specific Skill:
* Kei te ako ahau ki te ____: This means "I am learning to ____" and you can fill in the blank with the skill you are learning. For example:
* Kei te ako ahau ki te tuhi: I am learning to write.
Remember:
* Ahau means "I" and is usually used in formal situations. In casual situations, you can use au instead.
* Te can be omitted in some situations, especially in casual speech.
No matter which phrase you choose, remember to pronounce the words correctly and with confidence. Kia kaha! (Good luck!)