Which Arabic language I should learn to communicate with locals in Morocco at least on a very basic

South Morocco and high Atlas

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You should focus on learning Moroccan Arabic also known Darija.

  • If you communicate with them using very simple words in formal Arabic, it is quiet sufficient.

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  • Focus on learning general Arabic - A mix of Fusha and common words so you can communicate anywhere. That's exactly how I teach Arabic to make it practical and versatile.

  • To communicate with locals in Morocco on a basic level, you should focus on learning Darija, the Moroccan Arabic dialect. It is the most widely spoken language in Morocco for daily communication. (Darija) phrases for daily use: Greetings and Basics: Hello: Salam (سلام) How are you?: Kif dayer? (كيف داير؟) [to a man] / Kif dayra? (كيف دايرة؟) [to a woman] I’m fine, thank you: Labas, shukran (لاباس، شكرا) Good morning: Sbah lkhir (صباح الخير) Good evening: Msa lkhir (مساء الخير) Goodbye: Bslama (بسلامة) Politeness: Please: Afak (عفاك) Thank you: Shukran (شكرا) Excuse me / Sorry: Smah liya (سمح ليا) Everyday Questions: What is your name?: Shno smiytek? (شنو سميتك؟) My name is...: Smiti... (سميتي...) Where is...?: Fin kayn...? (فين كاين...؟) How much is this?: Shhal hadi? (شحال هادي؟) Do you speak English?: Kat-hdr l-ingleeziya? (كتْهدر الإنجليزية؟) Practical Phrases: I don’t understand: Ma fhemtsh (ما فهمتش) I need help: Khassni

  • The Moroccan colloquial Arabic known as "Darija" will help you communicate effectively with Moroccans.

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