What is another word for Cook Strait?
Pronunciation: [kˈʊk stɹˈe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Cook Strait is a narrow waterway that separates the North and South Islands of New Zealand. It is named after Captain James Cook who navigated through it in 1770. There are several synonyms for Cook Strait that can be used interchangeably depending on the context. For instance, it is sometimes referred to as Te Moana-o-Raukawa by the Maori people, meaning "the sea of Raukawa". Additionally, it is commonly known as the Cook Strait Channel, the Tasman Strait, or the Marlborough Sound. Other similar terms include the Cook Passage, the Canvastown passage, and the Wellington Strait. These synonyms help to provide variety in writing and speech, as well as to prevent repetition.
