Essential question patterns
| Darija Latin | Arabic script | Meaning | Usage note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wach labas? | واش لاباس؟ | Are you okay? | — |
| Shnu hada? | شنو هادا؟ | What is this? | — |
| Fin kayn...? | فين كاين...؟ | Where is...? | — |
| Shkoun hada? | شكون هادا؟ | Who is this? | — |
| Kifash ndir? | كيفاش ندير؟ | How do I do it? | — |
| 3lash? | علاش؟ | Why? | — |
| Fuqash? | فوقاش؟ | When? | — |
| Bsh7al? | بشحال؟ | How much? | — |
Keep questions clear
- Use wach to introduce many yes-or-no questions.
- Put the question word near the beginning.
- Ask one short question at a time.
- Repeat the key noun if the answer is unclear.
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Sources and editorial note
This guide was prepared from established Moroccan Arabic learning references and checked for practical beginner use. Darija is a living spoken language, so spelling, vocabulary, and pronunciation can vary by region and speaker.