kia ora

English

Etymology

Borrowed from Maori kia ora.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˌkiːə ˈɔːɹə/
  • Rhymes: -ɔːɹə

Interjection

kia ora

  1. (New Zealand, informal) Used as a greeting.
    Synonyms: hello, hi
  2. (New Zealand) Expressing good will or gratitude.

Anagrams

Maori

Etymology

Desiderative verbal particle kia + ora ("health, wellness")

Interjection

kia ora

  1. A greeting (salutation) said when meeting someone or acknowledging someone’s arrival or presence.
    1. (literally, "May [you] be of good health")
  2. An expression of gratitude (similar to cheers!).
  3. An expression of support or agreement (similar to hear hear).

See also
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