Nharangga Word
Maggiwarda
English Word
an area of Nharangga land, near Maitland. Sometimes used now to mean Maitland.
Main Sentence English
my older sister is going to Maitland.
Definition/Cultural Note
- the English name Maitland apparently does not come from Nharangga at all, but is said to be named after a relative of Governor Fergusson. (Pioneer Printers)- Tindale suggests the version Maddliwartu as referring to flint (mardi), but this interpretation seems to rely on related language records.- some elders say maggi refers to a source of wine. Others say the word refers to a waterhole - this is not the literal meaning of the word but might be a description of the place.- related languages include Kaurna, Nukunu and Ngadjuri.