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Darija Taxi Phrases for Morocco

Show the destination as well as saying it. Place names can sound different from their French or English spelling, and a map removes ambiguity.

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Latin + Arabic script

Updated Jul 12, 2026

During the ride

Darija LatinArabic scriptMeaningUsage note
Taxi!طاكسي!Taxi!
Bghit nmshi l...بغيت نمشي ل...I want to go to...
Sh3el lkontor 3afakشعل الكونطور عافاكTurn on the meter, please
Wqef hna 3afakوقف هنا عافاكStop here, please
NishanنيشانStraight ahead
Dur 3la limnدور على ليمنTurn right
Dur 3la lisrدور على ليسرTurn left
Sh7al ghadi tkhod?شحال غادي تاخد؟How long will it take?
Sh7al?شحال؟How much?
Khlli lbaqiخلي الباقيKeep the change

Before you set off

  • Show the exact destination on your phone.
  • For a metered taxi, politely ask for the meter at the start.
  • Carry smaller notes and coins when possible.
  • Use landmarks if the street address is unfamiliar.

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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.

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