Arabic and Amazigh
Modern Standard Arabic and Amazigh (Tamazight, written in the Tifinagh script) are the two official languages under the 2011 constitution.
Darija
Moroccan Arabic (Darija) is the everyday spoken language, with its own vocabulary and Amazigh, French and Spanish influences.
French, Spanish and English
French is widely used in business, education and signage. Spanish is common in the north, and English is increasingly used by younger people and in tourism.
Useful phrases in Darija
| English | Darija (transliteration) |
|---|---|
| Hello | Salam / Labas? |
| Thank you | Shukran |
| Please | Afak |
| Yes / No | Iyeh / La |
| How much? | Bsh hal? |
| Welcome | Marhba |