Greetings You’ll Hear Every Day
Moroccans are warm and greeting-focused people. Here are the essential greetings you need.
The Universal Hello
Salam (سلام) - Hello
This works everywhere, with everyone. It’s simple, respectful, and always appropriate.
How Are You?
Labas? (لاباس) - How are you?
The most common way to ask. You’ll hear this constantly.
Response: Labas. Hamdullah. (لاباس. حمدالله) - I’m good. Praise God.
Morning Greeting
Sbah lkhir (صباح الخير) - Good morning
Response: Sbah lkhir. (صباح الخير)
Evening Greeting
Msa lkhir (مساء الخير) - Good evening
Response: Msa lkhir. (مساء الخير)
Goodbye
Bslema (بسلامة) - Goodbye
Use this when leaving any situation.
Quick Practice
Try this short conversation:
- You: Salam
- Friend: Salam, labas?
- You: Labas, hamdullah. Nta?
- Friend: Labas. Bslema.
- You: Bslema.
Summary Table
| Darija | English |
|---|---|
| Salam | Hello |
| Labas? | How are you? |
| Labas. Hamdullah. | I’m good. |
| Sbah lkhir | Good morning |
| Msa lkhir | Good evening |
| Bslema | Goodbye |
Practice these daily. Within one week, they will feel natural.