Hongi
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɒŋi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hongi is a noun meaning (New Zealand) The Maori greeting of touching noses.
Meaning
(New Zealand) The Maori greeting of touching noses.
More Meanings
- (New Zealand) To perform the Maori greeting of touching noses.
Example Sentences
[I]f I knew you better , or I was a warmer person, I would hongi, but…
Word Forms
- hongis
- hongiing
- hongied
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pohiri, koha, karanga, tangihanga, namaskar, haka.
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