Arabic · Greetings & Phrases

صباح الخير

Sabah al-khayr

Good morning

Beginnerphrase

Definition

A morning greeting, literally meaning morning of goodness.

Example

صباح الخير! هل نمت جيدا؟

Good morning! Did you sleep well?

Etymology

'صباح الخير' (Sabah al-khayr) translates literally to 'morning of goodness'. The phrase has roots in traditional Arabic greetings, reflecting a positive start to the day.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in both formal and informal contexts, primarily in morning interactions. It is commonly spoken across Arabic-speaking countries and is understood universally.

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