How to Greet in Arabic
Arabic is a language spoken by millions in the Arab world and beyond. Although regional accents and dialects vary greatly, Modern Standard Arabic (or Fus’ha as it is known in Arabic) is generally understood everywhere. This article outlines some key phrases in MSA that can be used to greet a speaker of this wonderful language.
STEPS
1. Say hello in Arabic: “Ahlan wa sahlan” “أَهْلاً وَسَهْلاً” .
2. Say “welcome” in Arabic: “Merhaban” “مَرْحَباً” .
3. Use the common greeting used by most Arabs and Muslims: “As salam aleykum” “السَّلامُ عَلَيْكُمْ”.
4. Reply to this greeting: “Wa aleykum as salam” “وَعَلَيْكُمْ السَّلامُ”.
5. Say “How are you?” in Arabic: “Kaifa haaluk” “كَيْفْ حالُكْ”.
6. Say “I am good, thank you” in Arabic: “Ana bikhayr, shukran” “أَنا بِخيْرْ, شُكْراً”.
7. Say “Good morning” in Arabic: “Sabah al khayr” “صَباحْ الْخيْرْ”.
8. Reply to good morning: “Sabah an noor” “صَباحْ النّورْ” .
9. Say “Good evening” in Arabic: “Masa’a al khayr” “مَساء الْخيْرْ”.
10. Reply to good evening: “Masa’a an noor” “مَساء النّورْ” .
11. Say “Good night” in Arabic: “Leyla sa’eeda” “لَيْلَة سَعْيدَة” .
12. Say “Pleased to meet you” in Arabic: “Tasharafto bema’refatek” “مُتَشَرِفٌ بِمَعْرِفَتِكْ” .
13. Say Goodbye in Arabic: “Ma’a as salama” “مَع السّلامة” .
How to Greet in Arabic.
How to Greet in Arabic.
Transition
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Transition
Therefore, as a result, so, consequently. That is to say, in other words, to clarify. But, however, on the other hand. For example, for instance. Above all, most importantly, certainly. Firstly/secondly, further, and, moreover, in addition. Meanwhile, during, subsequently, after that. Likewise, similarly, in the same vein. In conclusion, to sum up, in short.
Therefore, as a result, so, consequently. That is to say, in other words, to clarify. But, however, on the other hand. For example, for instance. Above all, most importantly, certainly. Firstly/secondly, further, and, moreover, in addition. Meanwhile, during, subsequently, after that. Likewise, similarly, in the same vein. In conclusion, to sum up, in short.
Transition
Therefore, as a result, so, consequently. That is to say, in other words, to clarify. But, however, on the other hand. For example, for instance. Above all, most importantly, certainly. Firstly/secondly, further, and, moreover, in addition. Meanwhile, during, subsequently, after that. Likewise, similarly, in the same vein. In conclusion, to sum up, in short.
Therefore, as a result, so, consequently. That is to say, in other words, to clarify. But, however, on the other hand. For example, for instance. Above all, most importantly, certainly. Firstly/secondly, further, and, moreover, in addition. Meanwhile, during, subsequently, after that. Likewise, similarly, in the same vein. In conclusion, to sum up, in short.
Transition
Therefore, as a result, so, consequently. That is to say, in other words, to clarify. But, however, on the other hand. For example, for instance. Above all, most importantly, certainly. Firstly/secondly, further, and, moreover, in addition. Meanwhile, during, subsequently, after that. Likewise, similarly, in the same vein. In conclusion, to sum up, in short.
Therefore, as a result, so, consequently. That is to say, in other words, to clarify. But, however, on the other hand. For example, for instance. Above all, most importantly, certainly. Firstly/secondly, further, and, moreover, in addition. Meanwhile, during, subsequently, after that. Likewise, similarly, in the same vein. In conclusion, to sum up, in short.
Evaluation
Evaluation
Continuous assessment will be undertaken with the aim of checking the progress of students’ linguistic skills, reinforcing his/her strengths and setting remedial plans for improvement. Student proficiency will be assessed by his/her Interaction and participation in class, homework and written and oral tests. The range of marks at the end will be as follows:
Evaluation
Written tests
40%
Homework
20%
Report
10%
Oral tests
20%
Classroom participation
10%
Total
100%
