Mihi Whakatau is a Maori term for a formal greeting.
Mihi Whakatau is traditionally used for welcoming introductions and openings. It is undertaken by the Tangata Whenua (local inhabits).
The Mihi needs to acknowledge the significant aspeds to the place. The Maunga (mountain), Awa (river), and Iwi (tribe) are generally used.
Introducing Ingoa (name), Oku Tipuna (ancestral place) and where you live is important for the audience to understand the position of the speaker.
Manuhiri is the term used to describe or group the visitors that are being welcomed.
It is important to end with warm visitors so the visitors know that there is no hostility in 2 groups being together.
Mingalaba shin Kaysorn. I am very impressed with your mihi whakatau, tino pai! You spoke clearly and at a good pace so your audience could understand everything you were saying. How does the Maori language compare to the Burmese language?
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