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Kari

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Kari (name) means a given name used in Scandinavian countries for men and, in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of Carrie. Example: “Kari moved to Norway to be closer to family.”

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A given name used in Scandinavian countries for men and, in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of Carrie.
"Kari moved to Norway to be closer to family."
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_____ moved to Norway to be closer to family.

Etymology

Comes from Norwegian Kari, a diminutive of Katrine.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Kari” mean?
The word “Kari” means a given name used in Scandinavian countries for men and, in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of Carrie.
How do you pronounce “Kari”?
“Kari” is pronounced KAH-ree (/ˈkɑː.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kari” in a sentence?
Here is “Kari” used in a sentence: “Kari moved to Norway to be closer to family.”
What part of speech is “Kari”?
“Kari” is a name.

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