How to Say Let’s Go in Moroccan Darija
يلا
Yallah
How to say it
Say it like yal-lah.
Meaning
Let’s go / come on
When to use it
Use Yallah when encouraging someone to leave, start walking or continue.
Example conversation
Yallah, nmshiw!
When travelling in Morocco, learning a few everyday words of Darija can make simple moments feel more natural. Here is how people commonly use Yallah.
How to say “Let’s go / come on” in Moroccan Darija
يلا is written in Moroccan Arabic as يلا. In Latin letters, you may see it written as Yallah.
Pronunciation: Say it like yal-lah.
What does Yallah mean?
Let’s go / come on. Yallah is one of the most useful everyday words in Morocco. Use it when encouraging someone to leave, start walking or continue with a plan.
Example in a conversation
Yallah, nmshiw! — Come on, let’s go!
Do not worry about having a perfect accent. A friendly attempt is usually appreciated, especially when you are speaking with local people during your Morocco trip.
Quick summary
Arabic: يلا
Darija: Yallah
English: Let’s go / come on