Language/Moroccan-arabic/Vocabulary/Shopping-for-Clothes
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Introduction
In this lesson, we’ll learn vocabulary related to shopping for clothes in Morocco. Going shopping is among one of the most favorite activities for people in Morocco as it is considered an opportunity to socialize and have fun while discovering the latest fashion trends. Whether you are going to a luxurious shopping center or a traditional market, we’ve got you covered with this shopping and bargaining lesson that targets beginners of the Moroccan Arabic language.
Vocabulary
Below is the list of useful vocabulary that you can use while shopping for clothes in Morocco. You will find for each word the appropriate Moroccan Arabic pronunciation followed by the English translation:
Moroccan Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
شراشف | shrashaf | Scarves |
قميص | qamis | Shirt |
بلوزة | baluza | Blouse |
قميص نوم | qamis nōm | Nightgown |
جينز | jeans | Jeans |
كنزة | kanza | Sweater |
سروال | sirwal | Pants |
تنورة | tənura | Skirt |
فستان | fstān | Dress |
جلابة | jellaba | Traditional Moroccan robe |
بدلة | bidla | Suit |
ربطة العنق | rabţat l-`anaq | Tie |
قبعة | qub`a | Hat |
أحذية | aħdziya | Shoes |
حقيبة | ħaqiba | Bag |
Phrases
Here are some common phrases that you can use while shopping for clothes in Morocco:
- هل لديك مقاس أكبر؟ - Hal lədik maqās ʾakbar? - Do you have a larger size?
- هل لديك مقاس أصغر؟ - Hal lədik maqās ʾaṣghar? - Do you have a smaller size?
- كم ثمن هذا؟ - Kam thaman hada? - How much is this?
- هل يمكنني تجربتها؟ - Hal yumkinuni tajribataha? - Can I try it on?
- أريد شراء هذا - ʾurīd sharāʾ hadha - I want to buy this.
- هل يمكنني الحصول على خصم؟ - Hal yumkinuni l-ḥaṣūl ʿalā khuşşum? - Can I get a discount?
- هل هذا اللون متوفر في حجم آخر؟ - Hal hadha allawn mutawaffar fi ḥajm ʾākhar? - Is this color available in another size?
- أنا أبحث عن… - Ana ʾabhatu ʿan… - I am looking for…
Conclusion
By the end of this lesson, you should now feel comfortable going shopping for clothes in Morocco. Remember to bargain and don't worry about asking for a discount as it is part of Moroccan culture. You can also practice the phrases with a friend or a native speaker to improve your pronunciation and get the most out of this lesson.
Sources
- <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moroccan_Arabic">Moroccan Arabic</a>
- <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Morocco">Culture of Morocco</a>