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title: "Te Aka Māori Dictionary - Reviews, Revenue and Downloads in New Zealand | Apple App Store"
description: "Te Aka is a Māori language dictionary that is easy to use by searching for Māori or English words. It includes the ability to filter search results, and to save definitions to a Favourites list. There"
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# Te Aka Māori Dictionary — New Zealand

![Te Aka Māori Dictionary App Icon](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Purple221/v4/e0/9b/f2/e09bf232-f2da-f6c5-2283-cd6240d245da/AppIcon-0-0-1x_U007emarketing-0-9-0-85-220.png/434x0w.png)

**Developer:** [TE MURUMARA FOUNDATION](https://apptail.io/developer/te-murumara-foundation-aJab) (New Zealand)
**Category:** Education
**Rating:** 3.9/5 (66 ratings)
**Price:** Free
**Bundle ID:** com.aut.TeReoM-ori
**Store:** Apple App Store
**Country:** New Zealand
**Version:** 6.0.8 (released 2025-03-10)
**Original Release:** 2010-06-16
**Languages:** English

**App Store Link:** [Download on Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/app/id377136638)
**AppTail Page:** [https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/new-zealand](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/new-zealand)

## Te Aka Māori Dictionary Description
Te Aka is a Māori language dictionary that is easy to use by searching for Māori or English words. It includes the ability to filter search results, and to save definitions to a Favourites list. There are currently over 24,000 Māori headword entries in the database, which is being added to over time. An offline dictionary has also been included when internet connectivity is not available.

As well as English meanings, it has example sentences with translations for many entries. It even has photographs and audio clips for Aotearoa/New Zealand native fauna and photographs of flora, important people and other items where a photograph will aid understanding.

In addition to the words one would expect in a traditional dictionary, it also has encyclopaedic entries designed to provide key information about plants, animals, stars, planets, heavenly bodies, important Māori people, key ancestors of traditional narratives, tribal groups, ancestral canoes, song types, musical instruments, Māori names for institutions, country names, place names and other proper names. There are also detailed explanations of key concepts central to Māori culture. Comprehensive explanations for grammatical items are included, with examples of usage, as are idioms and colloquialisms with their meanings and examples.

The Te Aka Maori app is the companion to the popular www.maoridictionary.co.nz website and forms part of the Te Whanake Māori Language learning series.

## Te Aka Māori Dictionary Screenshots
- [Screenshot 1](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource115/v4/39/f1/1e/39f11ed5-f923-da8c-7a4f-a83410c45de2/d0f96b93-4653-4744-bfad-8eb3429aa051_Simulator_Screen_Shot_-_iPhone_12_Pro_Max_-_2021-07-19_at_09.54.47.png/1284x2778.png)
- [Screenshot 2](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource125/v4/7e/40/21/7e40211a-ce49-11ca-7620-095f3616607a/7c4c86dd-4263-4c31-bd39-62fdf32544e9_Simulator_Screen_Shot_-_iPhone_12_Pro_Max_-_2021-07-19_at_09.59.04.png/1284x2778.png)
- [Screenshot 3](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource125/v4/dc/26/b3/dc26b38c-e806-bede-12a4-94aa1dfe9804/240c689d-04e5-4978-92f2-869d9eec4b18_Simulator_Screen_Shot_-_iPhone_12_Pro_Max_-_2021-07-19_at_09.56.27.png/1284x2778.png)
- [Screenshot 4](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource125/v4/3e/51/fc/3e51fce2-127b-e61b-3af0-5a2da2e4d4f1/a878930b-a3d5-43cd-b9d8-c96bac7ee52b_Simulator_Screen_Shot_-_iPhone_12_Pro_Max_-_2021-07-19_at_09.56.34.png/1284x2778.png)
- [Screenshot 5](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource125/v4/df/91/17/df9117b8-1d32-5f74-de5f-0c5ec970f269/ce6e9fdd-45ce-48aa-919a-60e2d69e6388_Simulator_Screen_Shot_-_iPhone_12_Pro_Max_-_2021-07-19_at_09.57.27.png/1284x2778.png)
- [Screenshot 6](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource125/v4/fd/86/0f/fd860f3f-9913-f973-831a-7cd500e7fc07/2f7bb76c-77b9-434a-a8a8-60d2deba5990_Simulator_Screen_Shot_-_iPhone_12_Pro_Max_-_2021-07-19_at_09.58.08.png/1284x2778.png)

## Te Aka Māori Dictionary Rating Breakdown in New Zealand
- 5 stars: 33 (50%)
- 4 stars: 12 (18%)
- 3 stars: 7 (11%)
- 2 stars: 6 (9%)
- 1 stars: 8 (12%)

## Te Aka Māori Dictionary Reviews in New Zealand

### **--- "Not practical"
This is not helpful for everyday use when learning te reo. For most searches, far too many results come up, many of which are irrelevant. There’s nothing to indicate which is likely to be the most applicable. For example, a search for “dirty” brings up 19 results. Search results sometimes don’t include the most obvious word. For example, a search for “cook” does not bring up “tunu”. This App seems designed for academics and not for those trying to learn the language and to use it in their lives. A Google search is usually more helpful. Also there’s no ability to easily go back to your previous search. You either need to type it in again or exit and then re enter the App to see it in your recent search history.
-- PizzaGamer38, 2023-11-02

### ***** "Very useful, easy to use"
I've learnt so many words and the grammar explanations are very helpful. The favourites system is very good, and one thing I think would fit in well would be the addition of a feature that allows you to put words/phrases/grammar into lists. The lists could be given custom names by the user and then use them as flash card decks. If this fits the direction the creators of this app are going for, I know I'd make good use of this kind of feature. 
For a set like this, being able to download the voice recordings of how it's pronounced and accompanying images would be helpful.
-- James Kanton, 2023-09-17

### ***-- "family sharing"
the app is not showing up in family sharing??
-- Shantorian123, 2023-04-17

### ****- "Great for those just starting their Reo journey"
I’m a Te Reo Māori beginner and this app is so helpful. I’m building my vocabulary and when I don’t know a kupu I quickly look it up on Te Aka. 

Here’s a few tips for the developers to make the app even better.

1. Please make the recent search list longer.

2. Adding phrases/kiwaha would also be a great feature. 

3. Theres a mistake with ‘Kēmu ātea’ the pronunciation is incorrect. It doesn’t match the word being searched for. I think she is saying ‘Takaro a tāta’? Or something simialr, instead of ‘Kēmu ātea’ 

Ngā mihi
-- Triathlete Mumma, 2023-02-06

### ****- "Could be a better learning tool, otirā he tino rauemi matihiko"
Will be even better when you can search for phrases in the kupu examples. A pātene that lets you go back to the previous search would help.
-- TMgcc, 2022-09-08

### *---- "Payment’s…"
I’m not to sure why I have 3 payments going to use when it only said $6.99 then I’m charged the next day $1.69 & $11.49 

Why am I charged so much for for this App..??

$20.17 in total I do have screen shots.. 
  
29/08/2022 - $6.99
30/08/2022 - $1.69
30/08/2022 - $11.49

If this what happens when I buy this app maybe use need to say that at the start..
-- nat19rich80, 2022-08-31

### *---- "Refund Urgently"
How do I get a refund? I fully expected something I could flick through yet all I can do is search
-- SNOWYZ50, 2022-07-25

### **--- "Place names"
I wanted this dictionary to know the meaning of place names around New Zealand. The first 4 places to visit aren’t included.
-- pauanui princess, 2022-06-01

### ****- "He rawe! Fantastic resource."
I use this many times a day - it is very useful and dependable. 
Suggestion for developers- i can’t copy and paste from the app on my phone. It could be great to just be able to tap on the word or the description and have it instantly copy. That would make it a 5 star experience:) Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou.
-- Megarillow, 2022-05-01

### ***** "Tāu kē!"
Handy app to have! I find no issues with this app and would like to acknowledge the fact that the developers continue to listen to the feedback of customers. The developers have allowed the app to open and close where you finished off, they provided alphabetical order for the favourites list and they provided the use for the app to be used offline. My most liked feature about the app is the ‘favourites’ button. I use this app on both my iPad and iPhone.
-- OrewaWk, 2022-02-23

### ****- "Could it be more compact please"
Because there are often many meanings listed for a word it would be helpful if unnecessary white space and spacers were minimised or eliminated.
Also it would be helpful if there was a standard iOS cancel entry button at the end of the search box instead of having to select/backspace the last entry away.
But thank you for a useful app
-- iPaddling, 2022-01-10

### ***-- "Split view"
This would be so much better for ipad users if it supported the split screen function
-- Zinie48, 2022-01-04

### ****- "Widget"
Really good app!! But what would be awesome is if it had like a widget for you phone where it gives you a work of the day.I’m working on being trilingual. (Maori, Spanish and english) I’m fluent and Spanish and english and want to learn my reo one helpful way would be if there were a work of the day that you could use throughout the day. Great way to learn vocab!!!
-- ManiAndZiyah1, 2021-11-11

### ****- "Frustrated"
An awesome resource. The old version and now the new, both a trusty go to.
However, there is no way to contact us, provide feed back, make suggestions, reference why could be an improvement or mistake.
Seems very closed and exclusive. Even “app support” on the App Store does not go anywhere helpful.
-- timothybelcher, 2021-10-05

### **--- "Dissappointed"
I love the mbl ph app but am dissapointed that I cannot use the dictionary unless I am connected to the internet. Prior to the update and on the older version I was able to use the dictionary off line, but the audio/pronounciation function was unavailable. If I am talking out of line plz direct me on how to use the newer version while being off line
-- ngābish, 2021-09-07

### **--- "No landscape"
This was fine the way it was, but since the update you can no longer use offline, and cannot use in landscape for Ipad.
-- Namu Ngau, 2021-09-01

### *---- "What did I pay for?"
I paid for the offline version of this and it’s no longer available. 
Other than the fact the app doesn’t restart itself every time you leave it I’m unimpressed with the new version and of course it can’t be used offline anymore.
-- Weaver1942, 2021-08-29

### ***-- "Like the revamp but slow to open?"
Can’t see any way to contact developers so leaving this…

The revamp looks great but the app seems slower to use. In particular, it takes around 5 seconds from opening for the splash graphic to resolve and the search bar to become active. That’s a little annoying for regular use. 

Ngā mihi nui
-- civilisationshift, 2021-08-29

### ***** "Suggestion"
I love this app and use it all the time. I love the new feature that you can save words to a favourites list too, but I wish they could be sorted by alphabetical order - that would make the list so much more useful.
-- 1Catz, 2021-08-26

### *---- "Can’t use it offline"
I use to use this app offline (no wifi, no data usage), but I’m not able to do that anymore. I could use this app anywhere at anytime, it’s hugely inconvenient that this has changed. Can this function be restored please?
-- Te Reo Māori is rawe, 2021-08-20

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## Te Aka Māori Dictionary Store Rankings
| Chart | Country | Category | Rank |
|-------|---------|----------|------|
| Top Paid | New Zealand | Education | #2 |
| Top Paid | Australia | Education | #5 |
| Top Paid | New Zealand | Overall | #5 |
| Top Paid | India | Education | #29 |
| Top Paid | Australia | Overall | #51 |
| Top Grossing | New Zealand | Education | #71 |
| Top Paid | United Kingdom | Education | #183 |
| Top Paid | Germany | Education | #210 |
| Top Paid | India | Overall | #328 |
| Top Paid | Singapore | Education | #330 |
| Top Paid | Hong Kong SAR China | Education | #363 |
| Top Paid | Netherlands | Education | #368 |
| Top Paid | South Africa | Education | #402 |
| Top Paid | Finland | Education | #431 |
| Top Paid | United Arab Emirates | Education | #442 |
| Top Paid | Philippines | Education | #454 |
| Top Paid | Chile | Education | #464 |
| Top Paid | Hungary | Education | #470 |
| Top Paid | Ireland | Education | #478 |

## Te Aka Māori Dictionary Discovered Keywords
- te aka
- aka

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## Te Aka Māori Dictionary Available In
- [New Zealand](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/new-zealand)
- [United States](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/united-states)
- [Australia](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/australia)
- [Japan](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/japan)
- [Belgium](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/belgium)
- [Brunei](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/brunei)
- [Brazil](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/brazil)
- [Belarus](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/belarus)
- [Canada](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/canada)
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- [Czechia](https://apptail.io/app/te-aka-maori-dictionary-Yjxc/czechia)
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