How to Greet in Arabic

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” .

Greet in Arabic Step 1 Version 2

2. Say “welcome” in Arabic: “Merhaban” “مَرْحَباً” .

Greet in Arabic Step 2 Version 2

3. Use the common greeting used by most Arabs and Muslims: “As salam aleykum” “السَّلامُ عَلَيْكُمْ”.

Greet in Arabic Step 3 Version 2

4. Reply to this greeting: “Wa aleykum as salam” “وَعَلَيْكُمْ السَّلامُ”.

Greet in Arabic Step 4 Version 2

5. Say “How are you?” in Arabic: “Kaifa haaluk” “كَيْفْ حالُكْ”.

Greet in Arabic Step 5 Version 2

6. Say “I am good, thank you” in Arabic: “Ana bikhayr, shukran” “أَنا بِخيْرْ, شُكْراً”.

Greet in Arabic Step 6 Version 2

7. Say “Good morning” in Arabic: “Sabah al khayr” “صَباحْ الْخيْرْ”.

Greet in Arabic Step 7 Version 2

8. Reply to good morning: “Sabah an noor” “صَباحْ النّورْ” .

Greet in Arabic Step 8 Version 3

9. Say “Good evening” in Arabic: “Masa’a al khayr” “مَساء الْخيْرْ”.

Greet in Arabic Step 9 Version 2

10. Reply to good evening: “Masa’a an noor” “مَساء النّورْ” .

Greet in Arabic Step 10 Version 2

11. Say “Good night” in Arabic: “Leyla sa’eeda” “لَيْلَة سَعْيدَة” .

Greet in Arabic Step 11 Version 2

12. Say “Pleased to meet you” in Arabic: “Tasharafto bema’refatek” “مُتَشَرِفٌ بِمَعْرِفَتِكْ” .

Greet in Arabic Step 12 Version 2

13. Say Goodbye in Arabic: “Ma’a as salama” “مَع السّلامة” .

Greet in Arabic Step 13 Version 2

How to Greet in Arabic.

How to Greet in Arabic.

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Transition

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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.

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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.

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Evaluation

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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:

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Written tests

40%

books

Homework

20%

report

Report

10%

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Oral tests

20%

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Classroom participation

10%

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100%

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