How do Moroccans say hello in Moroccan darija?

In Morocco, people commonly greet each other with several different phrases depending on the context and time:

Common Greetings in Moroccan Darija:

1. “سلام” (pronounced “salam”) – This means “hello” or “peace” and is a casual, widely used greeting.
2. “السلام عليكم” (pronounced “as-salamu alaykum”) – This is a formal greeting meaning “peace be upon you.” The response is “وعليكم السلام” (pronounced “wa alaykum as-salam”), which means “and upon you be peace.”
3. “مرحبا” (pronounced “marhba”) – This means “welcome” and can be used to greet someone warmly.
4. “صباح الخير” (pronounced “sabah el khir”) – This means “good morning.”
5. “مساء الخير” (pronounced “masa’ el khir”) – This means “good evening.”

These greetings are used in various social contexts and reflect the warmth and hospitality typical of Moroccan culture.

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