Grammar

Let's learn how to find out about family connections.

How would you ask Maruia who her mother is? Ko wai tō   ?

How would you ask Raimona who his grandmother is? Ko wai tō   ?

How would you ask Maruia who her older sister is? Ko wai tō   ?

How would you ask Mahina who her younger sister is? Ko wai tō   ?

How would you ask your friend who her grandfather is? Ko wai tō   ?

Let's say someone asks you who your older sister is, 'Ko wai tō tuakana?' When answering this question, which word would be replaced with the name of your older sister?  

Someone asks you who your grandmother is, 'Ko wai tō kuia?' When you reply, the word 'tō' changes to what?  

How would you say 'My older brother is Hoani'?  

How would you say 'Pania is my younger sister'?  

Let's say someone asks you, 'Ko wai tō koroua?' Who is your grandfather. Your grandfather's name is Arapeta. How would you respond?  

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