General
aroha
What does aroha mean?
Love, affection or compassion; carries a sense of care and empathy beyond romantic love.
"Sending lots of aroha to the family at this hard time."
Origin
From Māori 'aroha' (love, compassion); used in New Zealand English.
Frequently asked questions
What does aroha mean?
Aroha is the Māori word for love, compassion and empathy. It carries a sense of care that goes beyond romantic love.
How is aroha used?
It's often used to express care and support, such as 'sending aroha' to someone going through a hard time.
Is aroha only about romantic love?
No. Aroha covers affection, compassion and empathy in a broad sense, not just romantic love.
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