What Languages Do They Speak In Morocco?

Explore the languages spoken in Morocco on an interactive map.

Morocco Languages: Quick FactsMorocco flag

Languages

3

Arabic, Berber, French

Population

37,080,000

Cost of living

~ $970

Index: 19.4

Safety / crime index

Moderate

Crime Index: 47.1

Do They Speak English in Morocco?

English proficiency

Low

Ranked #76 on the EF English Proficiency Index.

In short

You may get by with English in airports, hotels, and larger cities in Morocco, but it becomes less reliable outside those areas. Knowing some Arabic is strongly recommended.

FAQ

Morocco Language FAQ

Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Morocco.

  • People in Morocco speak Arabic, Berber, French.

  • The main languages spoken in Morocco are Arabic, Berber, French.

  • Only sometimes. English may work in tourist-facing places, but it is safer to know at least some Arabic.

What languages do they speak in Morocco?

People in Morocco speak Arabic, Berber, French.

What is the main language in Morocco?

The main languages spoken in Morocco are Arabic, Berber, French.

Can you get by with English in Morocco?

Only sometimes. English may work in tourist-facing places, but it is safer to know at least some Arabic.

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