orometua
The Tahitian word for teacher is orometua.
orometua refers to a person who teaches.
Meaning: person who teaches (noun)
Did you know?
- Because metua also means 'parent', calling a teacher orometua subtly implies a familial bond and a duty of care toward the student.
- Historically, the role of a teacher was closely linked to the tahu'a, who served as both a priest and a technical expert.
- The status of a teacher is often linked to 'mana', a concept of spiritual power or prestige within the community.
Examples in context
- E orometua tō'.He is a teacher.
Example conversation
Teva and Teura are talking about their new class.
- TevaE tū rēveia te orometua?Where is the teacher standing?
- TeuraʻO ia e tū i te tatau.She is standing by the door.
- TevaE maitaʻi tō tēnei orometua?Is this teacher good?
- TeuraʻAe, e maitaʻi tahi ʻia.Yes, she is very good.
