Language/Moroccan-arabic/Vocabulary/Sports-and-Activities
Sports and activities are a great way to stay active and have fun in Morocco. In this lesson, we'll cover some of the most popular activities and learn the vocabulary to talk about them.
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Team Sports
Moroccans love team sports, especially football (soccer). Other popular team sports include basketball, volleyball, and handball.
Moroccan Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
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كُرَة الْقَدَم (kurat alqadam) | koo-rah-tal-kah-dam | Football (Soccer) |
كُرَة الْسَّلَّة (kurat assalaa) | koo-rah-tas-saa-laa | Basketball |
كُرَة الطَّائِرَة (kurat atta'ira) | koo-rah-ta-ta-i-rah | Volleyball |
كُرَة اليَد (kurat alyad) | koo-rah-tal-yad | Handball |
Individual Sports
Individual sports are also very popular in Morocco. Some of the most popular individual sports include running, swimming, and combat sports such as boxing and karate.
Moroccan Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
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الرِّيَاضَةُ الْفُرْدِيَّةُ (ar-riyaadatu alfordiyah) | ar-ryaadatu-al-for-di-ya | Individual Sports |
السِّبَاحَةُ (assibaaHa) | as-si-baa-ha | Swimming |
الْجُودُو (aljudo) | al-joo-doo | Judo |
الكَارَاتِيِه (al-karateeya) | al-ka-ra-tee-yah | Karate |
الْمُلاكَمَة (almulaakamah) | al-moo-la-ka-mah | Boxing |
الرِّكَابَة (ar-rikaabah) | ar-ri-kaa-bah | Horseback Riding |
Outdoor Activities
Morocco also offers many outdoor recreational activities, such as climbing and trekking in the Atlas Mountains or the Sahara Desert. Other popular outdoor activities include surfing, cycling, and camping.
Moroccan Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
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الرِّحْلَاتُ الْجَبَلِيَّةُ (ar-riHlaatu aljabaliyah) | ar-rih-laa-tu-al-jah-ba-lee-ya | Mountain Hiking |
التَّسَلُّقُ (attasalluq) | at-ta-sal-luq | Climbing |
الرِّكْبَةُ (ar-rikbahu) | ar-rik-ba-tu | Cycling |
رَكْوَبُ الأَمْوَاجِ (rakwabu alamwaj) | rak-waa-bural-am-waaj | Surfing |
التَّخِيَّيْمُ (attakhiyyum) | at-ta-khiy-yum | Camping |
Indoor Activities
Indoor activities are popular, too, especially during the hot summer months. Many people enjoy indoor sports such as bowling or billiards. Others prefer to visit a movie theater or spend time at an arcade.
Moroccan Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
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الْبِلْيَارْدُو (albilliardoo) | al-bi-lyaa-rdoo | Billiards |
التَّنِسُ (at-tanisu) | at-ta-nee-soo | Tennis |
الْبَولِينْغ (albooling) | al-boo-ling | Bowling |
صَالَةُ الأَلْعَابِ (salaatu al’alaab) | sa-laa-tu-al-'a-laab | Arcade |
السِّينِمَا (assiyinimaa) | as-si-nee-maa | Movie Theater |
No matter what your interests are, there is something for everyone in Morocco. Whether you prefer team sports or solo adventures, indoor or outdoor activities, you are sure to find something to enjoy.
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