Refers to 10000 DH, or a million centimes. The term was likely inspired by the resemblance in shape between a brick and a stack of fifty 200 DH bills. Closest english equivalent: ten grand.

Said to express disappointment or disapproval. Alternative forms include "mablan mawalo" (it's neither a plan nor anything) or "mablan ma ta wezza" (it's neither a plan nor a goose).

Said by someone when they fail to achieve something twice, and they get their hopes up for the third attempt. English equivalent: third time's the charm.

A derogatory term used to describe men who put women on a pedestal. Closest English equivalent: simp.

Originates from the French sentence "qu'il est mignon". Opposite of "wld cha3b". Said about spoiled children who grew up in privileged households where parents usually speak to their children in French instead of Darija or Chel7a.

Said about something that works on the first try, against all odds. The closest English equivalent is "he shoots, he scores".

Refers to a 200 Dirham bill. Zerqalaf is a portmanteau word that combines "zerqa" (blue) and "alaf" (thousands). A 200 Dirham bill is blue in color. It is also known as 4000 ryals, pronounced rabaalaf. Hence zerqalaf.

Said about the act of achieving an undeserved goal thanks to one's parents' connections. Oftentimes used in the context of job hunting. Synonym of "m3arfa".

Said about something that should be left alone for fear of making things worse. It is sometimes implied that it's something that is bound to happen sooner or later. Closest English equivalent is to "let sleeping does lie".

Opposite of "kilimini". Said about people who grew up in modest house holds or working class neighborhoods. Implies modesty and humility. Sometimes said in a self deprecating manner.