15 Arabic Words You Should Know Before Visiting Dubai

When visiting any country, it’s important to know a few words to get around, and the UAE isn’t any different. Although tourists can easily get by using English alone, learning a few Arabic words is a sign of cultural respect. These 15 words and phrases will help travelers get around, socialize, and fall in love with the Arabic language.
Marhaba
In Arabic it’s written: مرحبا

Na’am
In Arabic it’s written: نعم

Laa
In Arabic it’s written: لا

Yalla
In Arabic it’s written: يالا

Inshallah
In Arabic it’s written: إن شاء الله

Shukran
In Arabic it’s written: شكرا

Aasif
In Arabic it’s written: أسف

‘Afwan
In Arabic it’s written: عفوا

Kayf Haalak
In Arabic it’s written: كيف حالك

Bi-khayr
In Arabic it’s written: بخير

Mata
In Arabic it’s written: متى

Ma Is Muk
In Arabic it’s written: ما اسمك

Khalas
In Arabic it’s written: خلاص

Sabaah Al-Khayr
In Arabic it’s written: صباح الخير

Masaa Al-Khayr
In Arabic it’s written: مساء الخير
