Top 200 Common Verbs In Moroccan Arabic

Here is a list of the most common verbs in Moroccan Arabic (with audio), containing more than 200 verbs, it’s essential for Darija learners who would like to expand their vocabulary and express their ideas more comfortably.

Most Common Verbs In Moroccan Arabic

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This was our list of the most common verbs in Moroccan Arabic, note that we included verb types so the conjugation would be easier as we talked about in the post about the present tense, you may also check the two posts about the past and future tense.

Moroccan Arabic Verb Review

Quiz

Instructions: Answer the following questions in 2-3 sentences.

1. What do the abbreviations “CCC,” “CCV,” and “CVC” represent in the provided verb list? Why is this information important for learners of Moroccan Arabic?
2. How is the verb “to have” (Mlek) different grammatically from verbs like “to eat” (Kla) in Moroccan Arabic?
3. Provide an example of how to form a simple present tense sentence in Moroccan Arabic using one of the listed verbs.
4. The list notes there is no verb for “exist.” How is existence expressed in Moroccan Arabic?
5. Explain the difference in usage between the verbs “Leave (a place)” (Msha) and “Leave (something/someone)” (Khella).
6. The verbs “Speak” and “Talk” both have two options listed. What are these options, and what nuance might they convey?
7. What online resource is suggested for practicing the pronunciation of the verbs listed?
8. What other grammatical topics are connected to the verb list and suggested as further areas of study?
9. Who created the resource on common verbs in Moroccan Arabic, and what is their aim in sharing this information?
10. How can you leave feedback on the provided list of common verbs in Moroccan Arabic?

Answer Key

1. The abbreviations represent the consonant-vowel structure of the verbs: “CCC” signifies three consonants, “CCV” signifies two consonants and one vowel, and “CVC” signifies a consonant, vowel, and consonant. This information is crucial for learners because verb conjugation in Moroccan Arabic often depends on the root structure.
2. Unlike most other verbs, “to have” (Mlek) is not a true verb but a noun in Moroccan Arabic. This means it functions differently in sentences, often requiring the preposition ” عند” (“3end”) before the possessor.
3. Example using the verb “to study” (Qra): أنا تانقرا ديما. (Ana tanqra dima.) – I study always.
4. Existence is expressed using the noun ” كاين” (“Kayen”), which literally translates to “there is” or “it exists.”
5. “Msha” specifically means to leave a location, while “Khella” implies leaving something or someone behind. For example, one might use “Msha” to describe leaving a house and “Khella” to describe leaving a book at the house.
6. The options for “Speak” are “Hder” and “Tkellem,” while for “Talk,” they are “Tkellem” and “Hder.” The difference is subtle; “Hder” may carry a more informal or general connotation, while “Tkellem” could be perceived as more formal or intentional.
7. The resource recommends using Memrise, a language-learning platform, to practice the pronunciation of the listed verbs.
8. The resource links to posts about the present, past, and future tenses in Moroccan Arabic, suggesting these grammatical concepts are essential to understanding verb usage.
9. Oualid Cheddadi, a language enthusiast who founded the language blog Lingualid, created the resource. Their goal is to support independent language learners across the globe.
10. Readers can leave feedback or comments on the verb list in the “Leave a Comment” section at the end of the online resource.

Happy learning!

Oualid Cheddadi

Oualid Cheddadi is a language enthusiast who created Lingualid with the mission to inspire independent language learners worldwide, regardless of the language they are learning. The name “Lingualid” is derived from the Portuguese word for “language,” “língua,” and the last three letters of Oualid’s name, “Lid.”

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