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How do you say Go away in Maori?

There isn't a single direct translation of "Go away" in Māori that perfectly captures the same nuance as the English phrase. It depends on the context and the level of politeness you want to convey. Here are some options:

Informal:

* Haere! (pronounced "ha-re") - This is the most straightforward and direct way to say "Go away," but it can be quite blunt and even rude depending on the context.

* Haere atu! (pronounced "ha-re a-too") - This is a slightly more polite way to say "Go away," but still fairly direct.

Formal:

* Haere ra! (pronounced "ha-re ra") - This is a more polite way to say "Go away," and it implies a sense of finality.

* Haere ā-tu! (pronounced "ha-re a-too") - This is a formal way to say "Go away," and it is often used in situations where you want to be respectful.

Other options:

* Tena koe, haere! (pronounced "te-na ko-e ha-re") - This means "Goodbye, go away" and is a more polite way of asking someone to leave.

* E kore e taea te noho ki konei. (pronounced "e ko-re e ta-e-a te no-ho ki ko-ne-i") - This literally translates to "You cannot stay here" and is a more formal way of asking someone to leave.

It's important to consider the context and your relationship with the person you are speaking to when choosing the appropriate phrase.

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