How to say “Hello” in Gulf Arabic
The most common way to say “hello” in Gulf Arabic. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
مرحبا
marḥabā
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Gulf Arabic
مرحبا, شلونك؟
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Gulf Arabic?
"Hello" in Gulf Arabic is "مرحبا". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "مرحبا" written in Gulf Arabic?
Gulf Arabic uses the Arabic alphabet, an abjad. "مرحبا" is the standard right-to-left written form.
How do you pronounce "مرحبا" in Gulf Arabic?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "مرحبا" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "مرحبا" mean in English?
"مرحبا" is the Gulf Arabic way of saying "Hello" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Hello" in Gulf Arabic?
Many languages — including Gulf Arabic — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "مرحبا" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Gulf Arabic spoken?
Gulf Arabic is spoken by an estimated 7 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.