Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
taihoa
interjection
/taɪˈhoʊɑː/
Definition
A term used in New Zealand to mean ‘wait’ or ‘hold on.’, typically used in informal conversation.
Examples
- “Taihoa, let me think before I respond!”
- “Can you taihoa for a moment while I finish this task?”
Meaning
It conveys a sense of asking someone to pause or delay their actions, often to gather thoughts or reconsider a situation.
Synonyms
- wait
- hold on
- pause
