Language

  1. Arabic: The official language of Morocco, Arabic is widely spoken in Tangier, especially in its formal, written, and official contexts. Moroccan Arabic (Darija) is the local dialect of Arabic, which differs somewhat from Modern Standard Arabic and can be challenging for non-locals to understand.

  2. Berber: The Berber language (Amazigh) is another official language in Morocco, and it is spoken by a significant portion of the population, especially in rural areas. In Tangier, Berber is less commonly spoken than in other regions of Morocco, but there are still some speakers.

  3. French: French is widely spoken in Tangier due to Morocco's history as a French protectorate. It is used in business, government, and education. Many people in Tangier, especially those involved in tourism, administration, or higher education, are fluent in French.

  4. Spanish: Given Tangier's proximity to Spain and historical connections, Spanish is also commonly spoken, especially among older generations or those who have worked in Spain or have family ties there. Spanish is particularly common in the areas of business and tourism.

  5. English: While not as widely spoken as Arabic or French, English is becoming increasingly common, especially among younger generations and in areas like tourism, where English-speaking visitors are frequent.

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Watch the attached video of Hajar demonstrating the correct pronunciation of these phrases:

  1. Hi, welcome.

  2. How are you?

  3. What would you like to order?

  4. Have a nice day.

  5. Thank you.

Learn them in Arabic and French and send a video of yourself speaking them to a friend without prompts.