Te reo Māori recognised as globally beautiful but undervalued at home
International recognition of kaitiakitanga as the world's most beautiful word has reignited calls to strengthen te reo Māori's status in New Zealand.
The word "kaitiakitanga" has been recognised as the world's most beautiful word, drawing global attention to te reo Māori. This recognition has prompted renewed debate about how the language is valued domestically. The story examines the contrast between international appreciation for te reo Māori and its standing within New Zealand itself.
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Is te reo Māori globally hot but locally not?
The recognition of "kaitiakitanga" as the world's most beautiful word has sparked renewed calls to better value te reo Māori at home.