MOROCCAN DARIJA PHRASE

How to Ask What Is Your Name in Moroccan Darija

شنو سميتك؟

Shnu smitk?

How to say it

Say it like shnoo smeet-ek.

Meaning

What is your name?

When to use it

Use Shnu smitk? when meeting someone and asking their name.

Example conversation

A: Shnu smitk? B: Smiti Youssef.

When travelling in Morocco, learning a few everyday words of Darija can make simple moments feel more natural. Here is how people commonly use Shnu smitk?.

How to say “What is your name?” in Moroccan Darija

شنو سميتك؟ is written in Moroccan Arabic as شنو سميتك؟. In Latin letters, you may see it written as Shnu smitk?.

Pronunciation: Say it like shnoo smeet-ek.

What does Shnu smitk? mean?

What is your name?. Use Shnu smitk? when meeting someone and asking their name. It is friendly and common in conversation.

Example in a conversation

A: Shnu smitk? B: Smiti Youssef. — What is your name? — My name is Youssef.

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: شنو سميتك؟
Darija: Shnu smitk?
English: What is your name?