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Usage of “waho” (outside) Exercises in Maori language

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Understanding the usage of "waho" (outside) in the Māori language is essential for those looking to enhance their fluency and comprehension of this rich and expressive tongue. "Waho" is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts to describe physical locations, directions, and even abstract concepts. By mastering its application, learners can significantly improve their ability to communicate more naturally and accurately in Māori. In this section, you will find a variety of grammar exercises designed to help you practice and solidify your understanding of "waho." These exercises range from simple sentence construction to more complex scenarios where "waho" is used in idiomatic expressions or phrases. By engaging with these activities, you'll gain confidence in using "waho" appropriately, thereby enhancing your overall language skills and appreciation for Māori culture.

Exercise 1

1. Kei te haere ahau ki *waho* (outside location). 2. Kua kite au i te ngeru kei *waho* (outside location). 3. Me noho koe ki *waho* o te whare (outside the house). 4. Kei te tākaro ngā tamariki ki *waho* (outside location). 5. Kei te noho a Hōne ki *waho* o te waka (outside the car). 6. Me haere koe ki *waho* o te rūma (outside the room). 7. Kei te hoko mātou i ngā kai ki *waho* o te toa (outside the store). 8. Kei te tatari ngā manuhiri ki *waho* o te wharekai (outside the restaurant). 9. Kei te oma ngā kurī ki *waho* o te pāmu (outside the farm). 10. Kei te noho te matua ki *waho* o te whare karakia (outside the church).

Exercise 2

1. The cat is sitting *outside* the house (location relative to the house). 2. We will meet *outside* the school gate (meeting point). 3. She found her dog *outside* the park (dog's location relative to the park). 4. They were waiting *outside* the cinema (waiting location). 5. He left his shoes *outside* the door (location for shoes). 6. The children are playing *outside* the building (children's play area). 7. The car is parked *outside* the garage (car's parking spot). 8. He enjoys reading *outside* in the garden (preferred reading spot). 9. The picnic will be held *outside* by the lake (picnic location). 10. You can find the mailbox *outside* the gate (mailbox location).

Exercise 3

1. The cat is playing *waho* the house (location relative to house). 2. We will have our picnic *waho* the park (location relative to park). 3. She left her bag *waho* the classroom (location relative to classroom). 4. The children are running *waho* the school (location relative to school). 5. He parked his car *waho* the garage (location relative to garage). 6. The dog is barking *waho* the gate (location relative to gate). 7. They are waiting *waho* the cinema (location relative to cinema). 8. We saw the rainbow *waho* the window (location relative to window). 9. The tree is growing *waho* our house (location relative to house). 10. The kids are playing *waho* the playground (location relative to playground).