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Karim
kuh-REEM
Karim (name) means a masculine given name of Arabic origin, meaning "generous" or "noble.". Example: “Karim opened a restaurant serving traditional Lebanese food.”
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A masculine given name of Arabic origin, meaning "generous" or "noble."
"Karim Nielsen, the chain’s CEO, says he introduced the strategy to shift the company’s culture."
— Susanne Gargiulo, Emotional intelligence in the workplace (2011)
"Karim opened a restaurant serving traditional Lebanese food."
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Etymology
Comes from Arabic كَرِيم (karīm, "noble, generous").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Karim” mean?
The word “Karim” means a masculine given name of Arabic origin, meaning "generous" or "noble.".
How do you pronounce “Karim”?
“Karim” is pronounced kuh-REEM (/kəˈɹiːm/ in IPA).
How do you use “Karim” in a sentence?
Here is “Karim” used in a sentence: “Karim opened a restaurant serving traditional Lebanese food.”
What part of speech is “Karim”?
“Karim” is a name.
Is “Karim” a common word?
“Karim” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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