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Māori · 4 November 2026 · Location Particles (Ki, I, Kei, Hei)

ki te marae

to the marae

phrase

Directs movement toward a traditional Māori communal complex and ceremonial venue. The preposition 'ki' marks the destination.

In a sentence

Me whakatata tātou ki te marae ātea.

We should move closer to the marae ātea.

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