u/23lights

Kia Orana!

Hoping any Cook Islanders have some insight for a book I'm writing! One of my main characters is named Metua. She was born in the US, and her parents are from Cook Islands.

I'm curious if there are any common diminutives or nicknames for Metua that might be used by close family and friends? Also, are there common mispronunciations you might hear from non native speakers?

Thanks so much!