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== Introduction ==
In this lesson, we will focus on vocabulary related to public transportation in Morocco. Understanding and being able to communicate about public transportation is essential for navigating Moroccan cities and getting around efficiently. Whether you are planning to take a taxi, ride a bus, or use other forms of public transportation, this lesson will provide you with the necessary vocabulary to do so. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use Moroccan Arabic to talk about public transportation in various situations.


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== Taking a Taxi ==


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When it comes to public transportation in Morocco, one of the most common methods of getting around is by taking a taxi. Taxis are readily available in cities and can be hailed on the street or found at designated taxi stands. Here are some useful phrases and vocabulary for taking a taxi:


Public transportation in Morocco is a great way to move around the city for both locals and tourists. It is convenient, affordable and eco-friendly. In this lesson, we will learn some common vocabulary and phrases related to public transportation in Moroccan Arabic.
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! Moroccan Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
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| أنا بغيت تاكسي. || Ana baghit taxi. || I want a taxi.
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| واحد تاكسي, من فضلك. || Wahed taxi, min fadlak. || One taxi, please.
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| وين نمشي؟ || Win nmchi? || Where are we going?
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| المدينة المدينة || Lmedina lmedina. || To the city center.
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| كم ثمن الرحلة؟ || Kam thaman lrahla? || How much is the fare?
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| سمح لي بالنزول هنا. || Sem7li bennzool hna. || Please let me get off here.
|}


== Vocabulary ==
== Public Transportation ==


Here are some commonly used words that you might hear when taking public transportation in Morocco:
In addition to taxis, Morocco also offers a variety of other public transportation options. These include buses, trams, and trains, which are often used for longer journeys. Here are some useful vocabulary words and phrases for using public transportation:


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! Moroccan Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
! Moroccan Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
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| باص || ba-s || Bus
| الحافلة || L7afila || The bus
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| ترامواي || tra-mway || Tram
| الترامواي || Tramway || The tram
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| مترو || me-tro || Metro
| القطار || Lkatr || The train
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| كوتو بين || ku-to-bayn || Shared taxi
| محطة الحافلات || Mahata l7afilat || The bus station
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| مونيبوس || mo-nee-bus || Minibus
| محطة القطار || Mahata lkatr || The train station
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| محطة || maH-ta || Station
| تذكرة || Tazkira || Ticket
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| رصيف || Ras-sif || Platform
| وجهة || Wajha || Destination
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| تذكرة || ti-zka-ra || Ticket
| مغادرة || Maghada || Departure
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| اشْتِرَاك || ish-ti-raak || Subscription pass
| وصول || Wasool || Arrival
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| شرْيْحَة (كَرْتِي) || sher-yHa (kar-tee) || (My) Pass (card)
| مواعيد || Mawa3id || Timetable
|}
|}


Note: "كَرْت" (kart) is the Arabic word for "card." In Moroccan Arabic, it is pronounced "كَرْتِي" (kar-tee) to add the possessive suffix "ي" (ii) which means "my."
== Cultural Insights ==
 
In Morocco, public transportation plays a vital role in the daily lives of many people, especially in urban areas. It is common to see buses and taxis bustling with passengers, particularly during peak hours. The use of public transportation is not only practical but also an opportunity for social interaction. Locals often strike up conversations with fellow passengers and exchange stories and news while traveling together. This aspect of Moroccan culture adds a unique charm to the public transportation experience.
 
When using public transportation in Morocco, it is important to be aware of the cultural norms and etiquette. For example, it is customary to greet the driver when entering a bus or taxi by saying "Salam alaikum" (peace be upon you) or simply "Salam" (hello). Additionally, it is considered polite to give up your seat to elderly or pregnant passengers if there are no reserved seats available. These small gestures of respect contribute to the overall positive experience of using public transportation in Morocco.
 
== Practice Exercises ==
 
Now, let's practice using the vocabulary we have learned in some real-life scenarios.
 
Exercise 1: Dialogue completion
Complete the following dialogue between a passenger and a taxi driver using the appropriate vocabulary words and phrases.


== Phrases ==
Passenger: {{ايوا}} (Yes), I need to go to the {{محطة القطار}} (train station).
Taxi Driver: {{حسابك}} (Your fare) will be {{عشرة دراهم}} (ten dirhams).


Here are some useful phrases that will help you navigate public transportation in Morocco:
Exercise 2: Role play
Imagine you are at a bus station and want to know when the next bus to the city center will arrive. Role play a conversation with a fellow student or a friend, using the vocabulary related to public transportation.


* كم في التذكرة؟ (kam fii ttizkaara?) - How much is the ticket?
== Solutions ==
* واحد تذكرة، من فضلك. (waHed tizkaara, mn fDlak) - One ticket, please.
* واحد كوتوبين، من فضلك. (waHed ku-to-bayn, mn fDlak) - One shared taxi, please.
* واش كتفوت هادا الحافلة لـ...؟ (wash katfut haada alHaafila li...?) - Does this bus go to...?
* فين نازلين؟ (fin naazlin?) - Where do we get off?
* راه الدور الخاص بيا. (raah d-dawr l-khaas b-yya) - It's my stop.


== Cultural Tip ==
Exercise 1:
Passenger: ايوا (Aywa), I need to go to the محطة القطار (train station).
Taxi Driver: حسابك (Hesabak) will be عشرة دراهم (ʿashra dirhams).


In Moroccan culture, it is common for women to sit in the back of the shared taxi. This is more of a traditional practice and is not always the case. However, if you want to follow local customs, it is best to observe what other women are doing and choose to sit in the back if they do.
Exercise 2:
You: واش كاين واحد الحافلة للمدينة؟ (Wash kayn wahed l7afila lmedina?) - Is there a bus to the city?
Fellow Student/Friend: آه، في واحدة بعد عشرين دقيقة (Aah, fi wahda ba3d ʿeshrin dakika) - Yes, there is one in twenty minutes.


== Sources ==
Congratulations! You have successfully completed the practice exercises. Keep practicing and using the vocabulary in real-life situations to reinforce your learning.
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Morocco Transport in Morocco]
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rabat-Sal%C3%A9_tramway Rabat-Salé tramway]


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==Related Lessons==
 
 
 
==Other Lessons==
* [[Language/Moroccan-arabic/Vocabulary/Asking-for-Directions|Asking for Directions]]
* [[Language/Moroccan-arabic/Vocabulary/Asking-for-Directions|Asking for Directions]]
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Moroccan Arabic → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Transportation → Public Transportation

Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will focus on vocabulary related to public transportation in Morocco. Understanding and being able to communicate about public transportation is essential for navigating Moroccan cities and getting around efficiently. Whether you are planning to take a taxi, ride a bus, or use other forms of public transportation, this lesson will provide you with the necessary vocabulary to do so. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use Moroccan Arabic to talk about public transportation in various situations.

Taking a Taxi[edit | edit source]

When it comes to public transportation in Morocco, one of the most common methods of getting around is by taking a taxi. Taxis are readily available in cities and can be hailed on the street or found at designated taxi stands. Here are some useful phrases and vocabulary for taking a taxi:

Moroccan Arabic Pronunciation English
أنا بغيت تاكسي. Ana baghit taxi. I want a taxi.
واحد تاكسي, من فضلك. Wahed taxi, min fadlak. One taxi, please.
وين نمشي؟ Win nmchi? Where are we going?
المدينة المدينة Lmedina lmedina. To the city center.
كم ثمن الرحلة؟ Kam thaman lrahla? How much is the fare?
سمح لي بالنزول هنا. Sem7li bennzool hna. Please let me get off here.

Public Transportation[edit | edit source]

In addition to taxis, Morocco also offers a variety of other public transportation options. These include buses, trams, and trains, which are often used for longer journeys. Here are some useful vocabulary words and phrases for using public transportation:

Moroccan Arabic Pronunciation English
الحافلة L7afila The bus
الترامواي Tramway The tram
القطار Lkatr The train
محطة الحافلات Mahata l7afilat The bus station
محطة القطار Mahata lkatr The train station
تذكرة Tazkira Ticket
وجهة Wajha Destination
مغادرة Maghada Departure
وصول Wasool Arrival
مواعيد Mawa3id Timetable

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In Morocco, public transportation plays a vital role in the daily lives of many people, especially in urban areas. It is common to see buses and taxis bustling with passengers, particularly during peak hours. The use of public transportation is not only practical but also an opportunity for social interaction. Locals often strike up conversations with fellow passengers and exchange stories and news while traveling together. This aspect of Moroccan culture adds a unique charm to the public transportation experience.

When using public transportation in Morocco, it is important to be aware of the cultural norms and etiquette. For example, it is customary to greet the driver when entering a bus or taxi by saying "Salam alaikum" (peace be upon you) or simply "Salam" (hello). Additionally, it is considered polite to give up your seat to elderly or pregnant passengers if there are no reserved seats available. These small gestures of respect contribute to the overall positive experience of using public transportation in Morocco.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now, let's practice using the vocabulary we have learned in some real-life scenarios.

Exercise 1: Dialogue completion Complete the following dialogue between a passenger and a taxi driver using the appropriate vocabulary words and phrases.

Passenger: Template:ايوا (Yes), I need to go to the Template:محطة القطار (train station). Taxi Driver: Template:حسابك (Your fare) will be Template:عشرة دراهم (ten dirhams).

Exercise 2: Role play Imagine you are at a bus station and want to know when the next bus to the city center will arrive. Role play a conversation with a fellow student or a friend, using the vocabulary related to public transportation.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: Passenger: ايوا (Aywa), I need to go to the محطة القطار (train station). Taxi Driver: حسابك (Hesabak) will be عشرة دراهم (ʿashra dirhams).

Exercise 2: You: واش كاين واحد الحافلة للمدينة؟ (Wash kayn wahed l7afila lmedina?) - Is there a bus to the city? Fellow Student/Friend: آه، في واحدة بعد عشرين دقيقة (Aah, fi wahda ba3d ʿeshrin dakika) - Yes, there is one in twenty minutes.

Congratulations! You have successfully completed the practice exercises. Keep practicing and using the vocabulary in real-life situations to reinforce your learning.

Table of Contents - Moroccan Arabic Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction


Greetings and Basic Phrases


Nouns and Pronouns


Food and Drink


Verbs


House and Home


Adjectives


Traditions and Customs


Prepositions


Transportation


Imperative Mood


Shopping and Bargaining


Historical Sites and Landmarks


Relative Clauses


Health and Emergencies


Passive Voice


Leisure and Entertainment


Holidays and Festivals


Conditional Mood


Regional Dialects


Indirect Speech


Weather and Climate



Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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