The Kiribati national anthem, “Teirake kaini Kiribati” (Stand Up, Kiribati), celebrates the unity and heritage of the Kiribatian nation. Below are the original lyrics in Gilbertese and their English translation.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: Teirake kaini Kiribati (Stand Up, Kiribati)
- Written Date: 1979
- Lyricist: Ioteba Tamuera Uriam
- Composer: Ioteba Tamuera Uriam
- Official Adoption Date: 1979
Original Lyrics in Gilbertese
Teirake kaini Kiribati,
Anene ma te kakatonga,
Tauraoi nakon te Mwakuri
Ao te raoiroi.
Chorus:
Kakatonga, tobu moa naba,
Ma ni buokia aomata.
Ma nakea, ma te rau,
Ma te reiraoi ibukin namakina.
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is the Kiribati national anthem English version. “Teirake kaini Kiribati” reflects the pride and unity of Kiribati. Below is the English translation of the lyrics.
Stand up, Kiribati,
Sing with jubilation,
Prepare to accept your responsibility
And good fortune.
Chorus:
We are proud and blessed,
Our homeland and family.
Blessed by our ancestors,
To strive and achieve peace and prosperity.
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