How to say “refined” in Darija
In Algerian, you say “ra9i”; in Tunisian, “ra9i” and “dhrif”.
In Algerian Darja
ra9i راقي
An adjective meaning “high-quality, of a good standard”; “refined, well-mannered”; “chic, elegant”.
هاد الريستورون راقي بزاف: “This restaurant is very chic.”
In Tunisian Derja
ra9i راقي
An adjective meaning “refined, distinguished”; “elegant, tasteful”; “upscale (area, place)”.
راجل راقي ومتربي، يعرف كيفاش يحكي مع الناس: “A distinguished, well-bred man, he knows how to talk to people.”
dhrif ظريف
An adjective meaning “refined, elegant, delicate”; “witty, pleasant”; “(ironic) would-be clever one”.
راجل ظريف وكلامو يدخل للقلب.: “He's a refined man, his words reach the heart.”