200+ Arabic Greetings: A Guide to Warm and Culturally Rich Expressions

Arabic greetings are cherished across Middle Eastern and North African cultures. They reflect respect, warmth, and hospitality and play an important role in daily life throughout Arabic-speaking regions. With over 22 countries sharing diverse Arabic dialects, learning these greetings can be a wonderful way to connect with locals and show appreciation for their culture.

Body Language and Etiquette in Arabic Greetings

In Arabic culture, body language is key to greetings. Among men, a handshake is common, while close friends and family often greet each other with a kiss on both cheeks. Gender sensitivity is also important—men and women usually avoid physical contact unless they’re family. Warm eye contact, a friendly tone, and maintaining respectful distance all add meaning to these greetings.

When and Where to Use These Greetings

Understanding the level of formality in Arabic greetings is important to avoid awkward moments. Formal greetings are expected in professional or respectful settings, especially with elders or authority figures. However, in social gatherings or casual meetups, people tend to use more relaxed, informal phrases.

General Greetings

  1. As-salamu Alaykum – Peace be upon you
  2. Wa Alaykum as-Salam – And peace be upon you (reply)
  3. Marhaban – Hello
  4. Ahlan wa Sahlan – Welcome
  5. Marhaban bik – Hello to you (reply)
  6. Ahlan – Hi
  7. Ahlan bik/biki – Welcome to you (reply, masculine/feminine)
  8. Tasharrafna – Nice to meet you
  9. Kaifa Haluka/Haluki – How are you? (masculine/feminine)
  10. Alhamdulillah – Praise be to God (often in response to “How are you?”)
  11. Ya Hala wa Marhaba – Warm welcome
  12. Ahlan Bikum – Hello to all of you (plural)
  13. Ya Ahlan – Hi (casual, informal)
  14. Hayak Allah – May God greet you (often used in Gulf countries)
  15. Ya Marhaba – Hello with warmth
  16. Ahlen Fik/Fiki – Hello to you (in response, masculine/feminine)
  17. Ishraq al-Sabah – A bright morning to you
  18. Al-Ayyam al-Jameela – Wishing you beautiful days
  19. Bismi – In my name (expression of a personal greeting)
  20. Haloo – Hi (modern, casual adaptation from English)
  21. Wa Hayak Allah – And may God greet you (reply)
  22. Al-Khair Fi Wajhak – May goodness be in your face (blessing with greeting)
  23. Ishraq al-Khair – Good morning’s brightness
  24. Salamun Alaikum – Peace upon you (alternate form of As-salamu Alaykum)
  25. Naharak Sa’id – Have a happy day
  26. Naharak Afdal – May your day be better
  27. Anar’ta al-Yawm – You’ve brightened the day
  28. Hayatik S’aida – Wishing you a happy life
  29. Kull al-Ihtram – With all respect
  30. As-salaam ala Al-Hudur – Peace upon everyone present
  31. Bi Hala al-‘Ayn – With the welcome of the eye (meaning “with heartfelt welcome”)
  32. Isharaqat Anwarak – Your light has shined
  33. Tahiat Tayyiba – A pleasant greeting to you
  34. Bil Khair Alaikum – With goodness upon you
  35. Ahlan wa Sahl – A short, welcoming version of Ahlan wa Sahlan
  36. Ya Noor al-Wajh – You are the light of the face (an affectionate greeting)
  37. Masirak Afdal – May your journey be blessed
  38. Bi Jameel Khayr – With all good wishes
  39. Marhaba bikum Kullakum – Hello to you all (plural)
  40. Salam ala Man Arafa wa Man Lam Ya’rif – Greetings to those I know and don’t know
  41. Ya Mahla Nourak – How lovely is your light!
  42. Biyadi Allah Alaikum – In God’s grace upon you
  43. Ayn Allah Alaikum – May God’s eyes watch over you
  44. Masha’ Allah Ala Nourak – Admiring the light in you
  45. Mubarak Hadirak – Blessings upon your presence
  46. Salah al-Sabah – Morning grace to you
  47. Rizqak Sa’id – May your sustenance be blessed
  48. Ahlan wa Marhaban Bikum – Welcome to all of you (plural and formal)
  49. Barak Allah Fik – May God bless you (used as a greeting in some contexts)
  50. Ya Karam Allah – By the grace of God
  51. Naharak Mubarak – Have a blessed day
  52. Sabah al-Hub wa Salam – A morning of love and peace
  53. Asra al-Sa’ada – Wishing you happiness
  54. Wajh Masha’ Allah – A blessed presence to you
  55. Ahla w Ghala wa Marhaba – You’re welcome with the utmost honor and love
  56. Ya Noor al-Shams – You are the sun’s light (warm greeting)
  57. Hadir al-Salam – A presence of peace to you
  58. Kullu Hub wa Tahiyat – All love and greetings to you
  59. Tahiat al-Mahabba – A greeting of love and friendship
  60. Ya Sa’ada al-Mahabba – May love bring you happiness
  61. Salamat al-Wud – Greetings of warmth and affection
  62. Sabah al-Rida – Morning of contentment
  63. Salam Rafiq – Greetings, friend
  64. Sabah al-Huda – A morning of guidance to you
  65. Ya Mahabba al-Qalb – Heartfelt greetings to you
  66. Fi Amn Allah – In the safety of God (a warm welcome)
  67. Sallam Allah Alaikum – May God send His peace upon you
  68. Sabah al-Amal – A morning of hope
  69. Ala Khatwat Allah – With God’s steps (welcoming someone into a space)
  70. Burook Alaikum – Blessings upon you

Time-Based Greetings

  1. Sabah Al-Khair – Good morning
  2. Sabah An-Noor – Good morning (reply, literally “morning of light”)
  3. Masa Al-Khair – Good evening
  4. Masa An-Noor – Good evening (reply)
  5. Tusbeeh Ala Khair – Good night (to a man)
  6. Tusbiheen Ala Khair – Good night (to a woman)
  7. Layla Sa’eeda – Good night (formal, literally “happy night”)
  8. Sabah al-Ful – Morning of jasmine (common in Egypt, symbolizing a fresh, pleasant morning)
  9. Sabah al-Yasmin – Morning of jasmine (another variation, used in Levantine countries)
  10. Sabah al-Ward – Morning of roses (a poetic way to say good morning)
  11. Sabah al-Ashwaaq – Morning of longing (a warm, affectionate morning greeting)
  12. Sabah al-Hubb – Morning of love (for close friends or family)
  13. Sabah al-Khayrat – Morning of blessings and goodness
  14. Sabah al-Jamal – Morning of beauty (often used for close acquaintances)
  15. Sabah al-Rahma – Morning of mercy (wishing someone a merciful day)
  16. Sabah al-Ibtisama – Morning of smiles (a cheerful greeting)
  17. Sabah al-Sa’ada – Morning of happiness
  18. Sabah al-Kanzi – Morning of treasure (a term of endearment)
  19. Sabah al-Mawadda – Morning of kindness and warmth
  20. Sabah al-‘Ilm – Morning of knowledge (encouraging learning)
  21. Sabah al-Amal – Morning of hope
  22. Sabah al-Mubarakat – Blessed morning (formal, often for elders)
  23. Sabah al-Nojoom – Morning of stars (poetic and affectionate)
  24. Sabah al-Tafawuq – Morning of excellence (for someone going to work or study)
  25. Zuhr Mubarak – Blessed noon (formal, often said to elders or colleagues)
  26. Ala Waqt Al-Khayr – On a time of goodness (to wish for a good day so far)
  27. Salam al-Zuhr – Noon greetings
  28. Khayr al-Zuhr – A good midday
  29. Zuhur al-Talaaqi – Noon of reunion (for meeting someone after a long time)
  30. Fi Sa’at Raa’iha – At a beautiful hour (used around lunch or midday)
  31. Naharik Jameel – May your day be beautiful
  32. Nahar Mubarak – Blessed day
  33. Asr Mubarak – Blessed afternoon
  34. Asr Sa’id – Happy afternoon
  35. Sa’at Asr Kareem – Wishing a blessed afternoon hour
  36. Tahiaat al-Asr – Greetings of the afternoon
  37. Asr al-Rahma – Afternoon of mercy (often for older relatives)
  38. Waqt al-Khayr – Good time (general greeting, used throughout the day)
  39. Ala Waqt al-Faraj – May this be a time of relief and ease
  40. Asr al-Hub wa Salam – Afternoon of love and peace
  41. Sa’at Asr Mubashira – An afternoon of glad tidings
  42. Masa al-Ashwaaq – Evening of longing (used for close friends or family)
  43. Masa al-Hubb wa Al-Salam – Evening of love and peace
  44. Masa al-Afiya – Evening of health and well-being
  45. Masa al-Jamal wa Al-Noor – Evening of beauty and light
  46. Masa al-Ful w al-Yasmin – Evening of jasmine and flowers (cheerful, poetic)
  47. Masa al-Najah – Evening of success (to wish someone a productive night)
  48. Masa al-Mawadda – Evening of kindness
  49. Masa al-Burkat – Evening of blessings (formal)
  50. Masa al-Khayrat – Evening of all good things
  51. Laylat Sa’ida – Have a happy night
  52. Laylat Noor – A night of light
  53. Laylat Hilwa – A sweet night
  54. Masa al-Tamaani – Evening of wishes (for encouragement)
  55. Masa al-Hubb wa al-Khayr – Evening of love and goodness
  56. Masa al-Karim – Evening of honor and grace
  57. Masa al-Rafiq – Evening of companionship
  58. Laylak Sa’eed – Happy night (another version of good night)
  59. Layla Mubarakah – Blessed night
  60. Layla Aminah – Safe night (often said to family members)
  61. Layla Ma Tahar – Pure night
  62. Layla Mustaqirra – Peaceful night
  63. Layla al-‘Ishq – Night of love (for close family and friends)
  64. Layla al-Mubarak – Blessed night (used when saying goodbye late at night)
  65. Laylat al-Tufaha – Night of rest (a comforting expression)
  66. Layla Al-Amniyat – Night of aspirations

Polite Expressions and Responses

  1. Shukran – Thank you
  2. Afwan – You’re welcome / Excuse me
  3. Min Fadlak/Fadlik – Please (to a man/woman)
  4. Bikull Surur – With pleasure
  5. Ana Mutaakkid/Mutaakkida – I’m sure (masculine/feminine)
  6. Ya Hala – You’re welcome (informal)
  7. La Shukran Ala Wajib – No thanks needed; it’s my duty
  8. Allah Yisalmak/Yisalmik – May God protect you (thankful response, masculine/feminine)
  9. Kull Shukri wa Ihtirami – All my thanks and respect
  10. Jazak Allah Khair – May God reward you with goodness
  11. Shukran Jazilan – Thank you very much
  12. Taqarub Lika/Liki – I’m indebted to you (masculine/feminine)
  13. Bi Shukr Mukhlis – With sincere thanks
  14. La Qad Kafayt wa Wafayt – You have done more than enough
  15. Mumtannin Lika/Liki – I am grateful to you (masculine/feminine)
  16. Baraka Allah Fi A’malik – May God bless your deeds
  17. Ya’tik Al-Afiya – May you have health and strength
  18. Wa Shukran Lak/Lik – And thank you (masculine/feminine)
  19. Ya Marhaba – You’re welcome, with pleasure
  20. Bil Fadl Min Allah – By the grace of God (modest reply to praise or thanks)
  21. Tasharraft Bil Khidmah – It’s an honor to serve you
  22. Hatha Qaleel – This is little (humble response to appreciation)
  23. Ayy Khedma – Any service (informal, friendly reply)
  24. Tafaddal Hunaak – Feel free to have it / go ahead
  25. Kul Farah Fi Khidmatik – All joy in serving you
  26. Wa Afdalt Aleya – You’ve honored me
  27. Ma Taglib Nafsak – Don’t trouble yourself (polite way to decline extra help)
  28. Min Fadlik Hadhihi Marra – Please, just this once (requesting a favor politely)
  29. Hal Yumkinuni An Uza’ajik – May I bother you?
  30. Lau Samah’t Min Fadlik – If you allow, please
  31. Al-Ma’dhira Ala Al-Iz’aj – Sorry for the bother
  32. Arju Al-Musa’ada Idha Amma – I kindly request help, if possible
  33. Law Taghsini – Could you cover me? (casual request for support)
  34. Al-Udhri, Hal Yumkinuk… – Excuse me, could you…?
  35. Kull Al-Taqdir – With all respect/appreciation
  36. Bikull Ta’dim – With all honor/respect
  37. Tahiyaat Muwajaha – Sending respectful greetings
  38. Kull Al-Ihtiram – All respect
  39. Ant Kareem/Kareema – You are generous (masculine/feminine)
  40. Ana Muta’athir Bik – I am moved by you (when someone is exceptionally kind)
  41. Kul Sha’in Al-Jamil Min Fadlak – All good things are from you
  42. Sa’id Bimuqabalatak – Happy to meet you
  43. Anak Ahl Al-Khayr – You are one of the good people
  44. Ana Muhtaram Lika/Liki – I have respect for you (masculine/feminine)
  45. Kul Amaniyat Al-Tawfiq – All wishes for success
  46. Taqabbal Allah Amalak – May God accept your deeds
  47. Al-Basit Allah Khalqak – May God simplify your matters
  48. Al-Faraj Qarib – May relief be close for you
  49. Al-Mawafaqiya – Wishing you all success (formal)
  50. Ma’arifatak Al-Shareefa – It is an honor to know you
  51. Tamanayatu An Yukoon Al-Yawm Jameelan – Wishing you a beautiful day
  52. Bil Khair Alaik – All good upon you
  53. Mumtaz Fi Koll Shay – Excellent in everything (encouraging compliment)
  54. Khayrak Da’im – May your kindness always remain
  55. Hal Ant Bekhair? – Are you okay?
  56. Ala Khatrak? – How’s your mood? (expressing concern)
  57. Kayfa Hal Sihatak/Sihatik – How is your health? (masculine/feminine)
  58. Rafak Allah bi Al-Salamah – May God grant you safety
  59. Amalak bi Salama – Wishing you safety in your affairs
  60. Inni Li Khedmatik – I’m here for you (polite offer to help)
  61. Bi Koll Itimad – With all trust (expressing confidence in someone)
  62. Ya’ti Al-Latif – May gentle help come to you
  63. Hadha Min Tawadu’ik – This is your humility (response to praise)
  64. La Shay Fiyyi – It’s nothing on my part
  65. Hadha Man Wajibi – This is my duty
  66. Ash’ar Bi-Tawadhukak – I feel humbled by you
  67. Ahlan bika, Ma Kan Shay’an – You’re welcome, it was nothing
  68. Innama Hada Min Tawfiq Allah – This is only by God’s guidance
  69. Ma Fee Khalal – No worries at all
  70. La Haja Lishukr – No need to thank me
  71. Ya Noor Alaik – Light upon you (a poetic compliment)
  72. Ash’ukr bi Shukrik – I thank you in turn
  73. Ashkuru Allah Ala Mahabbatak – I thank God for your love
  74. Sa’id Bikulli Farhati – Happy with all my joy
  75. Ma Ahlak – How pleasant you are!
  76. Ya Hala bil-Mahabba – You’re welcome with love
  77. Rabbani Allah Ala Ihtiram – I was raised on respect

Inquiring About Well-Being

  1. Kif Halak/Halik – How are you? (informal, masculine/feminine)
  2. Izayyak/Izayyek – How are you? (Egyptian, masculine/feminine)
  3. Shlonak/Shlonik – How are you? (Gulf dialect, masculine/feminine)
  4. Kifak/Kifik – How are you? (Levantine, masculine/feminine)
  5. Kaif al Umur? – How are things?
  6. Ash Khabarak/Khabarik – What’s new? (Gulf dialect, masculine/feminine)
  7. Inshallah Tamam – Hopefully, all is well
  8. Ana Bikhair, Shukran – I’m good, thank you

Expressions of Well-Wishing

  1. Mabrook – Congratulations
  2. Allah Yebarek Feek/Feeki – God bless you (reply, masculine/feminine)
  3. Ala Barakat Allah – With God’s blessing
  4. Allah Yehmeek/Yehmeeki – May God protect you (masculine/feminine)
  5. Bil Tawfiq – Best of luck
  6. Rabena Yewaf’ak/Yewaf’ik – May God grant you success (Egyptian, masculine/feminine)
  7. Allah Yewaf’ek/Yewaf’ek – May God give you success (Levantine, masculine/feminine)

Showing Sympathy and Concern

  1. Ma’lesh – Never mind / It’s okay
  2. Allah Yistir – May God protect us (when hearing bad news)
  3. Allah Yirhamak/Yirhamik – May God have mercy on you (when someone sneezes, masculine/feminine)
  4. Fi Aman Allah – In God’s protection
  5. Allah Yesheel Balak/Balik – May God ease your worries (masculine/feminine)
  6. Ana Ma’ak/Ma’aki – I’m with you (masculine/feminine)
  7. Kalbii Ma’ak – My heart is with you
  8. Allah Ma’ak – God be with you (offering comfort and reassurance)
  9. Raheemi Bik/Bikii – I feel compassion for you (masculine/feminine)
  10. Ashur bi Alamika – I feel your pain
  11. Maatirk in Allah – May God grant you patience
  12. Laka Minni Kull Al-Ta’ziyah – My full condolences to you (masculine/feminine)
  13. Rafiqaka/Bik Naa’mah wa Salama – May peace and comfort be your companions
  14. Ana Bi Qurbik Fi Al-Taqarub – I’m near you with closeness
  15. Ant Lasta Wahdak – You are not alone
  16. Laa Takhta Bihimak – Do not carry the burden alone
  17. Innahu Ujtibaar Min Allah – It’s a test from God
  18. Tatakalam Albiyrah Watukalim – Time speaks and heals
  19. Rahmat Allah Alaiki – May God’s mercy be upon you (to comfort someone suffering)
  20. Kunn Sabrin Wa Thabat – Be patient and steadfast
  21. Innaka Fi Khayr – You are in goodness (comforting statement)
  22. Da’im bi Thiqah – Always with trust and faith
  23. Al-Hamm Yafraji – Grief will find relief
  24. Inni Ma’ak Fi Hadha Waqt – I’m with you in this time
  25. Bil-Khayr An Yuwassir Allah – God will ease things soon
  26. Rafeeq al-Sabr – Companion of patience (comforting term for patience)
  27. Ana Hunak Indama Tureed – I’m here whenever you need
  28. Ya Layt Aqder Ana Akhd Fa Awlak – I wish I could carry some of your pain
  29. Tamanni Rahati – Wishing you peace and ease
  30. Allah Yuwaasi Ruhak – May God comfort your soul
  31. Qalbi Ma’ak Fi Hatha Al-Aliya – My heart is with you in this moment
  32. Ma’ak Fi Kul Khatar – With you in every challenge
  33. Ashur Bi Mukhtalif Al-Wahshah – I feel the magnitude of your loneliness
  34. Wa Azakallah Ala Sabri – May God strengthen you with patience
  35. Ya Layt Amkini An Akon Ma’ak – I wish I could be there with you
  36. Rahmat Allah Ala Masiratak – May God’s mercy be on your path
  37. Sabr Jameel Wa Allah Musta’an – Beautiful patience and trust in God (religious saying for endurance)
  38. Nahnu Waddak Fi Hatha Waqt – We are beside you in this time
  39. Inna Ma’ak Liyoum Al-Kareem – We’re with you through this hard day
  40. Ajarak Allah Ala Hazinuka – May God reward you for your patience in sadness
  41. Tadhakur Al-Khayr Alaikhum – Remember the good that comes to you
  42. Ana Ma’ak Hatta Al-Takhir – I’m with you until things get better
  43. La Takhtashir In Allah – Do not despair; have trust in God
  44. Ya Rabu, Inni Atmannah Lika Thikah wa Rahat – My prayer for you is trust and ease
  45. Ya Sabr Ya Allah – Oh God, grant patience
  46. Inna Laha Ma’al-Sabirin – God is with the patient ones
  47. Sa’adat Rahat Nafsk – Wishing peace for your soul
  48. La Qadirak Illa Allah Ala Tabreeh – Only God can alleviate your pain
  49. Bi Takhalifak Ala Allah – Rely on God alone
  50. Qalbi Yudafik Fi Hatha Al-Waqt – My heart supports you at this time
  51. Ahdouka Fi Thikah wa Rahma – I offer you faith and mercy
  52. Binnam Ya Tumma’nak – With sleep, may you find comfort
  53. Allah Alaika Wa A’la Sabrik – May God be with you and your patience
  54. Al-Khatar Ma’a Allah – Take courage with God’s support
  55. Qalbi Murek Bil-Tahrat – My heart is gentle with you

Welcoming and Hospitality Phrases

  1. Ahla w Sahla – You’re most welcome
  2. Sharraftuna – You’ve honored us (when welcoming a guest)
  3. Hala w Ghala – You’re very welcome (Gulf dialect)
  4. Bikull Farah – With all joy
  5. Sahteen – Bon appétit

Casual Greetings and Small Talk

  1. Shu Akhbarak/Akhbarik – What’s new? (Levantine, masculine/feminine)
  2. Shoo Fi Ma Fi? – What’s up? (Levantine)
  3. Keef Halna – How’s it going?
  4. Ana Ismee … – My name is …
  5. Min Ayna Anta/Anti? – Where are you from? (masculine/feminine)
  6. Ana Min … – I am from …

Saying Goodbye

  1. Ma’a as-Salama – Goodbye (literally “go with peace”)
  2. Ila al-Liqa – Until we meet again
  3. Fi Ri’ayat Allah – May God protect you (used as farewell)
  4. Yalla, Ba’shoofa – Okay, see you (Gulf dialect)
  5. Arak/Araaki Qariban – See you soon (masculine/feminine)
  6. Bikhair Wa Ana Bi’ntithar – Go well, and I’ll be waiting
  7. Dayman Ma’a Farahak – Always with your happiness
  8. Rah Naqtin Fi Zawajik/Zawajikii – We’ll meet at your happiness/wedding
  9. Arak Ba’ad Qaleel – See you in a little while
  10. Ma’ak Lil’Abad – With you forever
  11. Ilal Ayyam Al-Jameela – Until the beautiful days (suggesting a future reunion)
  12. Ilal Marra Al-Qadima – Until the next time
  13. Ilaa Liqaak – Until I see you
  14. Ma’a Al-Khayr wa Al-Salam – With goodness and peace
  15. Fii Himayat Allah – In God’s protection
  16. Min A’amak Shukri – With my deepest thanks
  17. Hatta Tadhaba Bi-Salam – Until you go in peace
  18. Tahiyyat wa Salam – Farewell with greetings and peace
  19. Ma’a Kulli Taqdeer – With all respect
  20. Bi Salamatak Fi Baladi – With your safety in your homeland (for someone traveling home)
  21. Fee Dhil Allah – In the shade of God’s protection
  22. Ila Liqa’ Ma’a Tawfiq – Until a meeting with success
  23. Hatta Yakoon Al-Tawafiq – Until success (a formal farewell wishing success in endeavors)
  24. Fi Aman Al-Rahman – In the care of the Merciful One

Blessings and Religious Greetings

  1. Alhamdulillah – Praise be to God
  2. Subhanallah – Glory be to God
  3. Mashallah – What God has willed (often used to express admiration without envy)
  4. Bismillah – In the name of God (used before eating, beginning tasks)
  5. Inshallah – God willing
  6. Allahu Akbar – God is great
  7. Rahimak Allah – May God have mercy on you
  8. Allah Yudkhil Sa’adah Fi Qalbak – May God put happiness in your heart
  9. Amna Allah Ala Awladak – May God’s safety be upon your children
  10. Allah Yarzuqak/Rarzukak Al-Sabr – May God grant you patience
  11. Rabbana Yu’afiik – May our Lord make you well
  12. Birakaat al-Rahman Ma’ak – The blessings of the Merciful be with you
  13. Allah Yuthabit Qadamayk – May God steady your steps
  14. Rabb Yadim Aleyna Al-Baraka – May God always give us blessings
  15. Afdal Al-Tawfiq Min Allah – May the best success come from God
  16. Dhalak Fi Taqwa Allah – May you be enveloped in God’s guidance
  17. Al-Hafiz Yar’ak – May the Protector (God) watch over you
  18. Rahmat Allah Tughshak – May God’s mercy envelop you
  19. Ya Rabb Yuhfazak/Yuhfazik – O Lord, protect you (masculine/feminine)
  20. Baraka Fi A’malik/A’malikii – Blessings in your deeds (masculine/feminine)
  21. Rabbani Allah wa Iyyak – May God raise us in His care
  22. Dumta Fi Inaya Allah – Remain in God’s care
  23. As’al Allah An Yujziik Khayran – I ask God to reward you with goodness
  24. Allah Yuba’id Al-Sharr Anka – May God keep harm away from you
  25. Ma Yureed Allah Laka Illa Al-Khayr – May God wish only good for you
  26. Inshallah Tatam Amma A’radt – May you achieve all that you desire, God willing
  27. Baraka Allah Fi Sihatak – May God bless your health
  28. Al-Tawfiq Min Allah Yuwajihak – May success from God guide you
  29. Al-Rahman Yahfidhak Fi Kul Makaan – May the Merciful protect you everywhere
  30. Qalbi Ma’ak Wa Allah Ma’ak – My heart is with you, and God is with you
  31. Allah Ya’rif Laka Al-Tariq – May God guide your path
  32. Ant Fi Dhikr Allah Da’iman – You are always in God’s remembrance
  33. Ya Rabbi A’ziz Aleik – My Lord strengthens you
  34. Inshallah Tajed Al-Fath Fi Kul Umur – God willing, you find success in all matters
  35. Baraka Allah Fi Halak Wa Ahwalak – May God bless your conditions and circumstances
  36. Allah Yarzuqak Al-Rahma Fi Kulli Khatawat – May God grant you mercy in every step
  37. Fi Iman Allah Ala Darmak – In God’s protection upon your path

Greetings Specific to Occasions

  1. Eid Mubarak – Blessed Eid (used during Eid holidays)
  2. Ramadan Kareem – Have a generous Ramadan
  3. Kul ‘am wa antum bikhair – Wishing you goodness all year
  4. Sanah Helwa Ya Gameel – Happy Birthday (Egyptian)
  5. Mabrouk al-Jaizeh – Congratulations on the award

Asking About Family and Life

  1. Kaif Ahlak/Ahlik – How is your family? (masculine/feminine)
  2. Ashno Akhbar A’ilatak? – How’s your family? (Moroccan)
  3. Shakhbar al-Ayal? – How are the kids? (Gulf dialect)
  4. Weyn kont? – Where have you been?
  5. Kayf as-saha? – How’s your health?

Expressions for Wishing Health and Safety

  1. Salamtak/Salamtik – Wishing you health (masculine/feminine)
  2. Allah Yeshfeek/Yeshfeeki – May God heal you (masculine/feminine)
  3. Yameen Allah Salamtak/Salamtik – May God keep you safe (Gulf, masculine/feminine)
  4. Allah Yatek Al-Afiya – May God grant you health
  5. Takbir! – For you, with greatness (used in cheers)
  6. Compliments and Affectionate Phrases
  7. Ya Omri – My life (a term of endearment)
  8. Habibi/Habibti – My dear / my love (to a man/to a woman)
  9. Ya Ghaly/Ghalya – My precious (masculine/feminine)
  10. Noor Ayni – Light of my eyes
  11. Qalb al-Kabir – Big-hearted (kind person)

Expressions for Apologies

  1. Aasif/Aasifa – I’m sorry (masculine/feminine)
  2. Ma Alaina – Let it go / no worries
  3. Samihni/Sami’hni – Forgive me (masculine/feminine)

Reactions and Exclamations

  1. Yallah – Let’s go / hurry up
  2. Ya Allah! – Oh, God! (exclamation of surprise)
  3. Ma’shallah – What God has willed (expression of admiration)
  4. Na’am – Yes
  5. La – No
  6. Shukran Laka/Laki – Thank you (formal, masculine/feminine)
  7. Tabarak Allah – Blessed by God
  8. Ya Rab – Oh Lord (exclamation of hope or desperation)
  9. Bala / Balaa – Of course / Certainly
  10. Mashkoor/Mashkoora – Thank you (Gulf dialect, masculine/feminine)

In Summary

Arabic greetings are much more than just words—they carry deep cultural values of peace, respect, and connection. Embracing these greetings can lead to more meaningful interactions and a greater appreciation of the rich, diverse Arabic culture. Whether you’re learning for travel or personal growth, each greeting is an opportunity to bridge worlds and build lasting connections.

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