Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mokopuna
Noun
/moh-koh-POO-nah/
Definition
A term in Māori that refers to a grandchild or a descendant, especially in the context of one’s lineage.
Examples
- My mokopuna plays in the garden every afternoon.
- During the family reunion, we celebrated our mokopuna and shared stories about our ancestors.
Meaning
Mokopuna signifies the special connection between generations within a family, highlighting the importance of descendants in Māori culture.
Synonyms
- grandchild
- descendant
- heir
