General
tu meke
What does tu meke mean?
An expression of appreciation or admiration, roughly 'awesome' or 'too much' (in a good way); often for a job well done.
"You sorted all that out? Tu meke, bro."
Origin
From Māori rendering of English 'too much'; used as praise in New Zealand speech.
Frequently asked questions
What does tu meke mean?
Tu meke is a New Zealand expression of admiration meaning roughly 'awesome' or 'too much' in a good way, often said in praise of a job well done.
Where does tu meke come from?
It's a Māori rendering of the English phrase 'too much', which came to be used as a compliment in Kiwi speech.
How do you use tu meke?
You use it to praise something impressive, as in 'You fixed all that? Tu meke, bro.'
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