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"hakas" has 2 syllables: hak-as. It rhymes with pacos and sakkos, if that helps it stick.
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"Hakas" has 2 syllables: hak · as.
Hakas: A group dance of New Zealand's Maori people featuring rhythmic chanting, vigorous facial and arm movements, and foot stamping. Traditionally a war dance, today it is also performed to welcome guests, as a mark of respect at occasions such as commemorations and funerals, as a challenge to opposing teams at sports events, and for artistic purposes.
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