Wesh rak ?
How are you? (to a man)
Everyday conversations in AlgeriaFind your words for everyday life in Algeria.
To communicate with your loved ones or prepare for a stay in Algeria, start with everyday phrases. SayDarija also offers Algerian darija on iPhone.
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The Algerian darija is distinct from the Moroccan darija. Uses vary depending on the region and the person you speak to.
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Search 6 expressions from our guides, then test your memory. This phrasebook contains fixed examples; it does not translate free-form messages.
Algerian Darija
Wesh raki ?
How are you? (to a woman)
Rani mli7.
I am well. (male speaker)
Lmekla bnina.
The food is delicious.
Chwiya.
A little.
Ghali bezzaf.
It is very expensive.
Pronunciation and some forms vary by region and by the person you are speaking to.
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- Start with Algerian Darija in SayDarija, then choose a short conversation to prepare for.
- Learn a greeting and a reply. Check whether the expression addresses a man or a woman.
- Reuse the phrase with your loved ones. Write down the variation they use in their region to review later.
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Is the Algerian darija the same as the Moroccan darija?
They share elements, but their vocabulary, expressions and pronunciation may differ. Choose the Algerian route for your conversations in Algeria.
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