Māori Grammar

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We're off to see the wizard because of the wonderful things he does

nā te mea - because

See also:

• Conjunctions - but - engari
• Therefore - nā reira, nō reira

Ko te whakaaro na te mea tika.
That idea is the right one.

Nā te mea...
Because...

Nā te mea, he wera rawa!
Because it's too hot!

Nāku kē ētahi kai i hoko, nō reira kua pai tātou.
I already bought some food, so we are alright.