How to say “strong” in Darija
In Moroccan, you say “9wi”; in Algerian, “chdid”; in Tunisian, “9wi” and “chdid”.
In Moroccan Darija
9wi قوي
An adjective meaning “strong, solid, sturdy”; “powerful, intense”; “skilled, very good at something”.
راه قوي هاد الحيت ماتيحش: “This wall is solid, it won't fall down.”
In Algerian Darja
chdid شديد
An adjective meaning “strong, intense (pain, regret, cold...)”; “strict, severe (person)”; “sturdy, solid”.
البرد شديد اليوم، لبس مليح: “The cold is intense today, dress warmly.”
In Tunisian Derja
9wi قوي
An adjective meaning “strong, powerful”; “intense, pronounced”.
القهوة هاذي قوية برشا: “This coffee is very strong.”
chdid شديد
An adjective meaning “intense, severe, strong”; “strict, harsh (person)”.
البرد شديد اليوم، البس بالباهي.: “It's very cold today, dress warmly.”