What does te-wa mean in maori?

"Te-wa" in Māori doesn't stand alone as a word with a specific meaning. It's likely part of a longer phrase or sentence.

To understand the meaning, we need more context. For example, it could be:

* Part of a name: "Te Wa" could be part of a place name, like "Te Waipounamu" (the South Island of New Zealand).

* A shortened phrase: It could be a shortened version of a longer phrase like "Te wa nei" (this time).

* A typo: It's possible "te-wa" is a typo for a different word or phrase.

Could you please provide more context? This would help me understand the intended meaning and give you a more accurate answer.