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What are the names of colors in Maori?

Here are some basic color names in Māori, along with their approximate English equivalents:

* Whero - Red

* Māwhero - Pink

* Kākāriki - Green

* Parauri - Brown

* Mangu - Grey

* Whero - Red

* Pango - Black

* - White

* Kōwhai - Yellow

* Purerehua - Purple

* Waru - Orange

Important notes:

* Nuance and Context: Just like in English, Māori color terms can be nuanced. The specific shade may depend on context. For example, "māwhero" could be light pink or a darker, reddish pink.

* Regional Variation: While these are widely used terms, there can be regional variations in specific names or how they are used.

* Descriptive Terms: Māori may also use descriptive terms to refer to colors, such as "ngā tae o te rangi" (the colors of the sky) or "te tae o te rēhia" (the color of the earth).

If you'd like to learn more about Māori color terms, I recommend exploring resources like:

* Te Aka Māori Dictionary: [https://maoridictionary.co.nz/](https://maoridictionary.co.nz/)

* Māori Language Commission: [https://www.tetaurawhiri.govt.nz/](https://www.tetaurawhiri.govt.nz/)

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