Why do Kiwis say yeah nah?

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Why do Kiwis say yeah nah?

Kiwis are exceptionally agreeable, so even when they want to disagree with you, they’ll throw in a “yeah” as well. Basically, “yeah, nah” is a non-committal way of saying no. As in: “Do you want to go for a hike this weekend?” “Yeah, nah, I’ll think about it ay.”

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How do you curse in Maori?

Swear it

  1. Tō tero! Tō raho! Tō tara/teke! Arsehole!
  2. Hei mitimiti māu! For you to lick! Hei pōtae mō tō ihu! As a hat for your nose!
  3. Taurekareka! Slave. Scoundrel. E mero!
  4. Taurekareka! E mero! Whiti te rā!
  5. Tō hamuti! Tō roke hoki! Tou parahua!
  6. Kai a te kurī! Dog’s food! Kai a te ahi!
  7. Pokokōhua! Pōkōtiwha! Tō upoko!

How do you say bro in NZ?

New Zealand Slang

  1. Chur Bro – This is a shortened version of the words “Cheers” and “Brother”, so basically a way of saying thank you.
  2. Cuzzy Bro – This is an affectionate term used for a person who is a good friend.
  3. Kia Ora – A friendly and traditional Maori greeting for Hello and Thank you.
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