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What is the Maori word for jamaican?

There isn't a direct Maori word for "Jamaican." Maori language primarily uses descriptive terms to refer to people from other places.

Here are some ways to refer to someone from Jamaica in Maori:

* Tangata o Jamaica (literally "person of Jamaica") - This is a straightforward and respectful way to refer to someone from Jamaica.

* Tangata o Karipiana (literally "person of the Caribbean") - This is a broader term that could encompass people from various Caribbean islands, including Jamaica.

It's important to note that the pronunciation of these terms might differ slightly depending on the speaker's dialect.

Ultimately, the best way to address someone from Jamaica in Maori would be to ask them how they prefer to be addressed.

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