What is the maori word for Shoes?

There isn't one single word for "shoes" in Māori. The most common way to say "shoes" in Māori is "hu", which literally means "footwear".

However, you might hear other terms used depending on the context or type of shoe:

* "wāhine" for women's shoes

* "tāne" for men's shoes

* "tapu" for footwear that is considered sacred

* "pūkana" for high-heeled shoes

* "kākahu" for sandals

So, "hu" is the most common and general term for "shoes" in Māori.