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How do you say thank very much in maori?

There are a few ways to say "thank you very much" in Māori, depending on the level of formality and emphasis you want to convey:

Formal:

* Tena kōrua - This literally translates to "Greetings to you both" and is a very respectful way to express gratitude.

* Nō reira, tēnā koe - This means "Therefore, greetings to you" and is a polite way to show appreciation after someone has done something for you.

Informal:

* Tena koe - This is the most common way to say "thank you" in Māori.

* Mauru ora - This means "Thank you for your life" and is a more heartfelt way to express gratitude.

* Ata mārie - This literally means "Peaceful morning" but is also used to mean "Thank you."

Emphasized:

* Tena rawa atu - This means "Thank you very much" and is a more emphatic way to express gratitude.

* Nō reira, tēnā koe, tino nui - This means "Therefore, greetings to you, very much" and is a very formal way to show deep appreciation.

The best way to choose which phrase to use depends on the situation and your relationship with the person you are thanking.

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