Symbiosis in Real Life Turangawaewae is a Maori word pronounced “too-ranga why why.” It literally means “a place to stand.” It refers to Maori homelands that are sacred, places that the indigenous people refer to as ancestral and far behind the current generation. So... Want to read more? If you're already a subscriber, welcome back - you may login here. If you aren't a subscriber, sign up here to get full access. Username or E-mail Password Remember Me Forgot Password