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How do say your welcome in Ojibwa?

There isn't a single, direct translation of "You're welcome" in Ojibwe. The closest equivalent depends on the context and what you want to convey. Here are a few options:

Formal:

* Aaniin (pronounced "ah-neen") - This is a general greeting, but can also be used to acknowledge someone's thanks.

* Miigwetch (pronounced "meeg-wetch") - This means "thank you," but is often used in response to someone expressing gratitude.

Informal:

* Aaniin, aaniin (pronounced "ah-neen, ah-neen") - This is a more emphatic way of saying "thank you" or "you're welcome."

* Giizhig (pronounced "jee-zhig") - This means "good," and can be used as a way to express gratitude.

* Aaniin, aaniin, miigwetch (pronounced "ah-neen, ah-neen, meeg-wetch") - This combines the formal greeting with "thank you" for a more heartfelt response.

Ultimately, the best way to say "you're welcome" in Ojibwe is to choose the phrase that best reflects the situation and your intention.

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