Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
whenua
Noun
[fhuh-noo-ah]
Definition
A Māori term meaning land or soil, often used in reference to the ancestral land of the Māori people.
Examples
- The iwi has a deep spiritual connection to their whenua.
- Whenua is essential for sustainable farming practices in the region.
- She felt a sense of belonging to her ancestral whenua.
Meaning
Whenua refers not only to physical land but also to the connection that Māori have with their homes, culture, and identity.
Synonyms
- Land
- Soil
- Territory
- Ground
