General
marae
What does marae mean?
The communal and sacred meeting grounds of a Māori community, including the carved meeting house and forecourt.
"The tangi was held at the local marae."
Origin
From Māori 'marae'; the focal meeting place of a community.
Frequently asked questions
What is a marae?
A marae is the communal and sacred meeting grounds of a Māori community, including the carved meeting house and the open forecourt in front of it.
What happens at a marae?
Marae host gatherings such as welcomes, funerals (tangi), celebrations, meetings and other important community events.
How do you pronounce marae?
It's said MAH-rye, with the last syllable rhyming with 'eye'.
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