keria - (pass) be dug
keria, n. The cry of the torea, a sign of peace: “Keria, keria !” (“Dig, dig !”—i.e., Cultivate your lands).
Williams Dictionary
Ka keria te māra, kāore i roa ka tipu ngā otaota.The garden was dug and it wasn't long before the weeds sprouted.It won't be long before... - kāore e roa...; kāori i roa...
Keria te rua, ka tahu ai i te ahi!(First) dig the hole and then light the fire!
