Maori
Our professional linguists include native Maori speakers who are experienced in the nuances of the language and the requirements of effective translation and interpreting.
Maori Language
Maori is an Eastern Polynesian subgroup of the Eastern Austronesian (Oceanic) languages. It is spoken in the Cook Islands and New Zealand. Maori is also New Zealand’s official language.
New Zealand was the last Polynesian island to be settled (about 800 AD). Since then, Maori has evolved independently of other Polynesian languages.
Maori currently has between 100,000 and 150,000 speakers.
Maori Translation and Interpreting
ALS provides services in Maori translation and interpretation in all media. To obtain a free quote for an upcoming Maori project, please click here.
Maori Quick Facts
Alternate Names & Spellings: New Zealand Maori
Language Family: Austronesian, Malayo-Polynesian, Central-Eastern, Eastern Malayo-Polynesian, Oceanic, Central-Eastern Oceanic, Remote Oceanic, Central Pacific, East Fijian-Polynesian, Polynesian, Nuclear, East, Central, Tahitic
Official Language of: New Zealand
Spoken by Approximately 150,000 people
Also Spoken In: United States