صباح الفل
Sabah el foll
A jasmine-filled morningA warm, very Egyptian way to say good morning. A little more sunshine than just “hello.”
Your Egyptian Arabic starter guide
A little Arabic.
Anywhere you go.
Twelve small ways to start a conversation. Try one today, say it out loud, and let it become part of your everyday life.
Transliteration is a starting point, not an exact pronunciation system. Listen to Egyptian speakers and practise with feedback as you learn.
لو سمحت
Law samaht
Excuse me / pleaseGetting someone’s attention, ordering a coffee, or asking for help? Start here. Use “law samahti” when speaking to a woman.
إزيّك؟
Ezzayyak?
How are you?The everyday Egyptian greeting you’ll hear between friends. Say “ezzayyek?” when speaking to a woman.
واحدة واحدة
Wahda wahda
One step at a timeA useful reminder when you’re learning something new. You don’t have to know every word to start a conversation.
أهلاً
Ahlan
Hello / welcomeA friendly greeting, any time of day.
شكراً
Shokran
Thank youA little gratitude goes a long way.
العفو
El afw
You’re welcomeA simple reply to “shokran.”
أيوه
Aywa
YesThe everyday Egyptian way to say yes.
لأ
Laʾ
NoAdd “shokran” for a polite “no, thank you.”
بكام؟
Bekaam?
How much?Useful when shopping or buying a snack.
مش فاهم
Mish fahem
I don’t understandUse “mish fahma” if you are a woman.
مع السلامة
Maʿa salama
GoodbyeA warm way to end a conversation.
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