The Darija Blog
Guides, phrases, and honest advice for learning Moroccan Arabic — from complete beginner to confident speaker.
Moroccan vs Algerian vs Tunisian Arabic: Key Differences
Moroccan vs Algerian vs Tunisian Arabic compared — the vocabulary, sounds, and phrases that differ, plus which Maghrebi dialect to learn first.
Days, Months, and Seasons in Moroccan Arabic (Full List)
Learn the days, months, and seasons in Moroccan Arabic — with pronunciation, real examples, and the French-influenced calendar words Darija actually uses.
Moroccan Arabic Pronunciation: The Complete Beginner Guide
Master Moroccan Arabic pronunciation — the sounds English doesn't have, explained with simple analogies, real example words, and practice tips.
Shopping in a Moroccan Souk: Phrases to Bargain Like a Pro
A full bargaining script in Moroccan Arabic (Darija) — from asking the price to walking away and closing the deal — so you can shop a souk with confidence.
Colors in Moroccan Arabic: Full List With Pronunciation
Every everyday color in Moroccan Arabic (Darija) — red, blue, black, and more — with pronunciation and how colors change to agree with what they describe.
Moroccan Arabic Family Vocabulary (With Pronunciation)
Parents, siblings, and extended family in Moroccan Arabic (Darija) — with pronunciation, so you can introduce your family and understand Moroccans talking about theirs.
Moroccan Arabic Numbers: Count from 1 to 100
Learn to count from 1 to 100 in Moroccan Arabic (Darija) — full number table, pronunciation rules, and how to use numbers for prices and telling time.
How to Say Hello in Moroccan Arabic: Every Greeting You Need
*Salam*, *labas*, *sbah lkhir* — every everyday greeting in Moroccan Arabic (Darija), when to use each one, and the cultural context behind them.
Top 10 Moroccan Arabic Words Every Beginner Needs
The 10 most useful Moroccan Arabic (Darija) words for absolute beginners — curated starter vocabulary that beats memorizing a random 100 words.
How to Tell Time in Moroccan Arabic (Darija)
Learn to tell time in Moroccan Arabic (Darija) — hours, minutes, quarter and half past, plus the countdown system Darija uses before the hour.
Moroccan Food Vocabulary: Order Like a Local in Any Restaurant
The essential Moroccan food vocabulary in Darija — ordering phrases, dishes, meat, vegetables, and drinks — so you can eat confidently at any café, restaurant, or souk stall.
How to Learn Moroccan Darija in 30 Days (Step-by-Step Guide)
A practical, structured guide to learning Moroccan Arabic from scratch — covering vocabulary, pronunciation, and how to have real conversations in just 30 days.
Darija vs Modern Standard Arabic: What Is the Difference?
Darija and Modern Standard Arabic sound similar but are very different in practice. Here is exactly how they differ — and why it matters for learning Moroccan Arabic.
50 Essential Moroccan Arabic Phrases (With Pronunciation)
The 50 most useful Moroccan Darija phrases for travellers and beginners — greetings, shopping, directions, food, and more. With easy pronunciation guides.
Is Moroccan Arabic Hard to Learn? An Honest Answer
Is Darija really as difficult as people say? We break down exactly what is hard, what is easier than expected, and how long it realistically takes.
How to Add MocroDarija to Your iPhone Home Screen (iOS Guide)
A simple, step-by-step guide to installing MocroDarija as an app on your iPhone or iPad — no App Store needed. Takes less than a minute.
How to Install MocroDarija on Android (App Guide)
A simple, step-by-step guide to installing MocroDarija as an app on your Android phone — no Play Store needed. Takes less than a minute.
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