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kumara
What does kumara mean?
The sweet potato, a staple vegetable historically cultivated by Māori and a fixture of the Kiwi table.
"We're roasting kumara to go with the lamb."
Origin
From Māori 'kūmara'; the standard New Zealand word for sweet potato.
Frequently asked questions
What is kumara?
Kumara is the New Zealand word for sweet potato, a starchy root vegetable historically grown by Māori and now a common part of Kiwi meals.
Is kumara the same as sweet potato?
Yes. Kumara is simply the standard New Zealand term for sweet potato, taken from the Māori word 'kūmara'.
How do you pronounce kumara?
It's said KOO-ma-ra, with the stress on the first syllable.
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