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Karibu sana.

[ka-ri-bu sa-na]

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LanguageSwahili (Tanzania)

Meaning
  1. You are very welcome.
  2. This expression carries a warm connotation of hospitality, emphasizing a high level of sincerity when welcoming someone or responding to gratitude.
Examples

Karibu sana. Tafadhali ingia ndani.

You are very welcome. Please come inside.

Asante kwa zawadi. Karibu sana.

Thank you for the gift. You are very welcome.

Pronunciationka-ri-bu sa-na

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How it is usedUsed to welcome a guest or after someone says thank you.

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