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What does hoki mai mean?

"Hoki mai" is a Māori phrase that means "Come here".

It's a friendly and informal way to invite someone to come closer.

Here's a breakdown of the words:

* Hoki: Means "come back" or "return"

* Mai: Is a directional particle indicating "here" or "towards the speaker"

So, "hoki mai" literally means "come back here".

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