Languages of Morocco

Languages of Morocco

Morocco’s official spoken language is Moroccan Arabic, which is slightly different from other forms of Arabic. Nevertheless, thanks to its varied historical influences, part of the population also speaks French.

Those working in the tourism industry normally also know English and Spanish. Moreover, English is quickly replacing French as the country’s second language.

You will find that most people you encounter during your stay will speak English, if you do not speak French; therefore, you needn't worry about being understood in Morocco. 

Useful Moroccan Arabic phrases  

Even though you do not have to make much effort to speak Arabic in Morocco, here is a list of useful phrases, as it is always welcome when foreigners make an effort to speak the country’s language.

Courtesy

Hello
Ahlan
Goodbye
Ma'a ElSalama
See you soon
Wada'an
Good morning
Saba'a AlKair
Good afternoon
Masa'a AlKair
Good night
Laila Tiaba
Please
Min Fadilak
Thanks
Shokran
You're welcome
Ala ElRahib Wa ElSaa
Excuse me
Ann Eazinak

Words that might come in handy

Yes
Na'am
No
Laa
Good
Taib
Bad
Saia
Friend
Sadik

Numbers

Zero
Sefir
One
Wahed
Two
Etnin
Three
Talata
Four
Arbaa
Five
Hamsa
Six
Sita
Seven
Sabaa
Eight
Tamaña
Nine
Tesaa