Introduction

Arabic is spoken across many countries in the Middle East and North Africa, so "chatting with Arabs" can mean meeting people from very different places. A little curiosity and respect go a long way.

A few easy greetings

  • Marhaba – hello.
  • As-salamu alaykum – a common greeting; the reply is wa alaykum as-salam.
  • Shukran – thank you.

Conversation starters

  • Ask where they're from; each country and city has its own dialect and food.
  • Ask about a favorite dish or a place you should visit.
  • Share something about your own country first.

Respectful tips

  • Keep the first chat friendly and light.
  • Avoid assumptions; people from different countries are very different.
  • If someone wants to move on, say goodbye politely.

How to meet Arabic speakers on Kiss

Kiss Live Chat offers random 1-on-1 video chat with real people worldwide. Choose Arabic in the language filter, then press start. You can start on the web in guest mode or get the app. Need an icebreaker? Try our would-you-rather questions.

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