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.