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Karibu Sana — You Are Very Welcome Greeting Card Printable
Free printable Karibu sana card for kids and families. Learn Swahili greetings and cultural context, then download the PDF for celebrations or multicultural learning.
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About Karibu sana
- Karibu welcomes one person in Swahili; sana adds emphasis. Karibuni is used when welcoming several people. Hospitality is valued in many East African communities, while each family has its own customs.
- Greeting: Karibu sana. Meaning: You are very welcome.
- Pronunciation guide: kah-REE-boo SAH-nah.
- Language: Swahili. Occasion: Welcome.
How to use this printable
- Print both pages at actual size on letter-size paper.
- Follow the card's cut and fold guides with adult help.
- Add decorations and a personal message inside.
- Practice saying the greeting together; sound guides are approximate.
- Share it thoughtfully with someone who would enjoy this greeting.
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