Heartfelt Māori Greetings & Wishes to Brighten Any Day

Heartfelt Māori Greetings & Wishes to Brighten Any Day

Sending good wishes is a simple, powerful way to show care, respect, and connection. Whether you're celebrating achievements, offering comfort, saying goodbye, or simply brightening someone’s morning, a thoughtful message — especially one that includes te reo Māori — can lift spirits and strengthen relationships. Use these greetings and wishes in cards, texts, emails, social posts, or spoken messages to honour people with warmth and aroha.

For success and achievement

• Kia angitu koe — May you succeed and reach your goals.
• Kia kaha, kia toa — Be strong and courageous as you step forward.
• Kia angitu tō mahi — Wishing success to your work and efforts.
• Kia u ki ō moemoeā — Hold fast to your dreams and make them real.
• Ngā mihi nui mō āu angitu — Congratulations on your achievements.
• Kia pai tō haerenga ki te angitu — Wishing you a smooth journey to success.

For health and wellness

• Mauri ora ki a koe — Wishing you life and good health.
• Noho ora mai — Stay well and take care of yourself.
• Kia ora tō tinana, kia ora tō hinengaro — May your body and mind be well.
• Kia mau, kia ora — Hold on to your wellbeing and thrive.
• Kia haumaru tō haere — Wishing you safety and good health on your journey.
• Ngā manaakitanga mō tō hauora — Sending blessings for your health.

For happiness and joy

• Kia hari tō rā — May your day be full of joy.
• Arohanui — Big love and warm wishes to you.
• Kia koa tō ngakau — May your heart be happy and light.
• Kia riringi te koa i roto i āu rā katoa — May joy ripple through every day.
• Kia whakanui koe i ngā mea iti — Celebrate the small things that bring happiness.
• Ngā mihi mahana mō te koa — Warm greetings of happiness to you.

For special occasions (birthdays, weddings, graduations)

• Ngā mihi nui mō tō rā whānau — Warm wishes for your birthday.
• Kia whakanui koe i tēnei rā motuhake — Celebrate this special day with joy.
• Ngā manaakitanga mō tō huinga — Blessings for your wedding and life together.
• Kia angitu tō haerenga mātauranga — Congratulations on your graduation and bright future.
• Kia kīa te whare i te hari — May your home be filled with happiness.
• Mauri ora mō tēnei kaupapa motuhake — Life and wellbeing for this special occasion.

Farewells and safe travels

• Haere rā, kia haumaru tō haere — Farewell and safe travels.
• E noho rā — Stay well (if they are leaving you behind).
• Hei konā mai — Until we meet again.
• Kia pai tō haerenga, kia whakatā hoki — Have a good trip and a restful return.
• Haumi ē, hui ē, tāiki ē — Unite, gather, and be bound together (a unifying farewell).
• Kia taea te hoki mai mō te wā pai — May you return for happier times.

Encouragement and support

• Kia kaha, e hoa — Stay strong, my friend.
• Kia manawanui — Be steadfast; I'm with you.
• Kei konei au mōu — I am here for you.
• Kia māia, kia tū — Be brave and stand tall.
• Ngā whakaaro pai ki a koe — Sending you kind thoughts and support.
• Mā te wā ka eke — With time you will reach it; keep going.

Conclusion

A sincere wish, whether short or elaborate, can brighten someone’s day and deepen connections. Using te reo Māori in your greetings adds warmth, respect, and a cultural touch that many will appreciate. Choose a message that fits the moment, speak it with kindness, and let your words be a source of manaakitanga.