English Expression · Advanced
boil up
A traditionally Māori soup/stew made with potatoes, pork and other ingredients
Pronunciation: say boil up
Meaning
A traditional Māori dish consisting of a hearty stew or soup made with meat, potatoes, and other vegetables.
Example
We gathered for a community boil up on Sunday afternoon.
We gathered for a community boil up on Sunday afternoon.
Practice tips
- Practice boil up out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for advanced-level learners.