A Grammar and Vocabulary of the Language of New Zealand.

The Dative Case Signifying Acquisition

The Dative Case Signifying Acquisition.

  • O mai ki 'au, Produce to me.

  • Móku te táhi tóki, For me one axe, or Give me an axe.

  • Móu tenei tóki, For thee this axe, or Take this axe.

  • E tángata ngákau núi ki te wawáhi, A man who has a fearless disposition for disputation.