Haka
noun
A traditional war dance of the Maori people of New Zealand, performed with vigorous movements and rhythmic chanting.
The rugby team performed a stunning haka before the match began.
Often appears as...
- perform a haka
- traditional haka
noun
A gesture, posture or movement in traditional Maori dance.
Each haka has a specific meaning and purpose in the dance.
Often appears as...
- haka dance
- haka movement
noun
A traditional war dance of the Maori people of New Zealand, performed with vigorous movements and rhythmic chanting.
The rugby team performed a stunning haka before the match began.
Often appears as...
- perform a haka
- traditional haka
noun
A gesture, posture or movement in traditional Maori dance.
Each haka has a specific meaning and purpose in the dance.
Often appears as...
- haka dance
- haka movement
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Identity
The haka is a key expression of Maori culture and identity, showing unity and strength.
The haka at the cultural festival deeply impressed the visitors.
Pro Tip 2/3Sporting Events
Often seen before rugby games in New Zealand to challenge opponents and motivate players.
The All Blacks' haka energizes the stadium before kickoff.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Impact
Haka performances can be powerful and emotional, displaying passion and intensity.
Observers felt a shiver watching the school's passionate haka.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Identity
The haka is a key expression of Maori culture and identity, showing unity and strength.
The haka at the cultural festival deeply impressed the visitors.
Pro Tip 2/3Sporting Events
Often seen before rugby games in New Zealand to challenge opponents and motivate players.
The All Blacks' haka energizes the stadium before kickoff.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Impact
Haka performances can be powerful and emotional, displaying passion and intensity.
Observers felt a shiver watching the school's passionate haka.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Identity
The haka is a key expression of Maori culture and identity, showing unity and strength.
The haka at the cultural festival deeply impressed the visitors.
Pro Tip 2/3Sporting Events
Often seen before rugby games in New Zealand to challenge opponents and motivate players.
The All Blacks' haka energizes the stadium before kickoff.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Impact
Haka performances can be powerful and emotional, displaying passion and intensity.
Observers felt a shiver watching the school's passionate haka.
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Video examples
Safari Live - Day 206 PIPE...
in all these sections and kind of pushing into his area given that he is the dominant individual you would expect him to come back after being a bit sick and to really try and stamp his authority and he's been successful in putting haka Murray further west and keeping him at bay for now and so now
Video examples
Safari Live - Day 206 PIPE...
in all these sections and kind of pushing into his area given that he is the dominant individual you would expect him to come back after being a bit sick and to really try and stamp his authority and he's been successful in putting haka Murray further west and keeping him at bay for now and so now
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Quote examples
Sonny Bill Williams
New Zealander Athlete
The biggest thing for me is earning the respect of my fellow players and coaches. I think that is why I was a little bit emotional. You don't get a haka done to you from the brothers for no reason if they don't respect you.
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Jonah Lomu
New Zealander Athlete
Each haka has its own interpretation, but you have to make sure you are in unison with your team-mates; the haka should be a proper war cry.
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Luka Sulic
Croatian Musician
Everybody recommends New Zealand. I really want to learn this haka, the traditional dance - I love it; it's so cool.
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Jason Momoa
American Actor
I'm half Hawaiian and the haka is a very sacred thing, something your family teaches you - my father taught me.
Quote examples
Jonah Lomu
New Zealander Athlete
I went to a boarding school with a strong Maori tradition, where we were taught all about the haka.
Quote examples
Sonny Bill Williams
New Zealander Athlete
The biggest thing for me is earning the respect of my fellow players and coaches. I think that is why I was a little bit emotional. You don't get a haka done to you from the brothers for no reason if they don't respect you.
Quote examples
Jonah Lomu
New Zealander Athlete
Each haka has its own interpretation, but you have to make sure you are in unison with your team-mates; the haka should be a proper war cry.
Quote examples
Luka Sulic
Croatian Musician
Everybody recommends New Zealand. I really want to learn this haka, the traditional dance - I love it; it's so cool.
Quote examples
Jason Momoa
American Actor
I'm half Hawaiian and the haka is a very sacred thing, something your family teaches you - my father taught me.
Quote examples
Jonah Lomu
New Zealander Athlete
I went to a boarding school with a strong Maori tradition, where we were taught all about the haka.
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