What is the maori word for clap?

There isn't a single direct translation for "clap" in Māori. The closest word would be "pa", which can mean:

* To strike, beat, or hit. This could be used in the context of clapping, but it's not specific to the action.

* To clap hands. This is a more specific usage but still not as common as the English word "clap".

You could also use "tapa" which means to "slap, strike, beat", but this is again a more general term and not specific to clapping.

For a more natural and specific way to say "clap" in Māori, you could use phrases like:

* "Tapo i nga ringa" (clap the hands)

* "Tapo i te ringa" (clap the hand)

* "Whiwhi i te ringa" (clap the hand)

The best choice would depend on the context and the specific situation.