Arabic script
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Egyptian Arabic for travel
Useful Egyptian Arabic phrases you can hear
Search, tap and repeat everyday phrases for prices, restaurants, transport and getting help. No account and no microphone permission.
Listen and repeat
15 practical Egyptian Arabic phrases
Simple transliteration
Read a Latin-letter cue when you are not comfortable with Arabic script.
Device playback
Tap a card to use the ar-EG speech voice available on your phone or computer.
Before relying on a phrase
Dialect, gender and context can change wording. For medical, police, visa or legal matters, ask a qualified interpreter and use official emergency channels.
Frequently asked questions
Is Egyptian Arabic different from Modern Standard Arabic?
Yes. Egyptian Arabic is the everyday spoken variety used widely in Egypt, while Modern Standard Arabic is common in formal writing and news.
Why can the pronunciation sound different on my device?
Playback uses the Arabic voice installed by your browser or operating system. Voices vary, so treat it as a practice aid rather than a certified pronunciation recording.
Can I use the phrases offline?
After the Masr Pocket web app has been loaded, much of the interface is available offline. Speech availability still depends on the device voice engine.