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How do you spell Safari?

Correct spelling

safari

From Arabic safara, to travel. Single F, ends in I.

Why is safari spelled this way?

From Arabic safara, to travel — via Swahili safari, journey. Entered English through the era of African expeditions in the 19th century.

Common misspellings of safari

safarysaffarisafariesaffary

Example

They booked a safari in the Serengeti.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell safari?+
The correct spelling is "safari". From Arabic safara, to travel. Single F, ends in I.
Is it safary or safari?+
The correct spelling is "safari", not "safary". This word gets varies monthly searches.

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