How to say “be careful” in Darija
In Moroccan, you say “7tares”; in Algerian, “red balek” and “ehrez”.
In Moroccan Darija
7tares حتارس
A verb meaning “to be careful, take care”; “to beware of”.
إمتا غادي ت حتارس: “When are you going to be careful?”
In Algerian Darja
red balek رد بالك
An expression meaning “be careful, watch out”; “take care of”.
رد بالك من الطريق: “Be careful crossing the road.”
ehrez احرز
A verb meaning “watch out, be careful”; “protect oneself from”.
احرز روحك من الطريق، الطوموبيلات يجريو بزاف: “Be careful on the road, the cars drive very fast.”