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Languages of Morocco
Morocco is multilingual. Darija is widely used in everyday conversation, Amazigh is spoken across the country, and Modern Standard Arabic is used in formal settings. French, Spanish and English have different roles depending on where you are and whom you are speaking to.
Published October 2026
Arabic, Darija and Hassani
Arabic and Amazigh are Morocco's two official languages. Modern Standard Arabic is used in formal writing, while Darija is widely spoken in daily life. Hassani, a variety of Arabic spoken particularly in southern Morocco, is recognised in the 2011 Constitution as part of Moroccan cultural identity.
Amazigh and Tifinagh
Amazigh is spoken in regional varieties including Tarifit in the Rif, Tamazight in the Middle Atlas and parts of the High Atlas, and Tachelhit in the Souss and neighbouring mountain regions. Standard Moroccan Amazigh uses the Tifinagh script in education and some public signage; Latin and Arabic scripts are also used in other contexts.
Other languages and useful phrases
French is used in many business settings, while Spanish is heard particularly in northern Morocco. English is useful in some tourist areas but is not universal. A few Darija phrases can help visitors, especially when paired with clear directions and patience.