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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dubai is a city and one of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), this great city is full of amazing views, great architecture and a terrific place for shopping, partying, sunbathing, fine dining, sporting events, and much more. The best time for you to go there is from the end of September to the beginning of May, the Dubai weather is very hot during the day and cold at night.
If you are planning to go to Dubai, a really good idea would be learning some of the traditions and some basic Arabic phrases. Dubai belongs to an ancient culture full of traditions, religion, history and mysticism.
Arab culture
Arab culture covers countries of the Middle East, from Morocco to the Persian Gulf. These countries usually share many aspects such as language, gastronomy, music, mysticism, spirituality, philosophy, and art. Travel in Egypt.
First of all you should know that most of the people who live there practice the Islam religion, this religion is based in the Qur’an, the holy book of Muslims, being Muhammad their God. The Mosques are spread all over the city and you will hear the prayer alarm five times a day. The official religious day in Dubai is Friday. The Islam is the second largest religion in the world, having their followers in the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia.
The official language in Dubai
The official language spoken is Arabic, and lately it has been influenced by foreign languages mainly because the media and globalization has introduced a new version of the traditional language. Although English is highly spoken in Dubai, it could be a good idea if you know the common phrases in order to show your respect and interest to their culture. Here you have some of the most useful phrases in Arabic.
The common phrases
| Phrases in English | Phases in Arabic |
| Hello | Salam- Marhaba |
| What is your name? | Sho Ismak? (m) Sho Ismek? (m) |
| My name is … | Ismi … |
| I don’t speak Arabic | Ana ma ba’aref ahkee Arabee |
| Yes | Naam |
| No | La’a |
| Goodbye | Ma’assalama – Bye |
| Thank you | Shukran |
| Help me | Sa’adni (m) Sa’adini (f) |
| Sorry | Aasif |
| Excuse me? (as question) | Laww Smaht (m) Laww Smahti (female) |
| Police | Shorta |
| Toilet | Hammam |
| Hospital | Mustashfa |
| I love you | Uhibbok/ uhibboki (female) |
Dress code in Dubai
Dress code is also very important, women dress in long black robes known as the “abaya”; they traditionally should cover their heads, arms and legs. Men wear loose white robes called a “dishdasha” along with a white or red checkered headdress known as the “gutra”. For you the dress code is also important, you cannot wear mini-skirts, baring tops, or shorts. No matter how hot that it gets you should keep your t-shirt on!
Have a great experience in Dubai, enjoying the best attractions and knowing more about their culture. Find the best hotels in Dubai.
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