Taking a Taxi in Morocco

Essential Darija Phrases & Tips

Whether you’re in Casablanca, Marrakech, or Tangier, taxis are one of the most common ways to get around. But to avoid confusion and overpaying, knowing some Moroccan Darija taxi phrases can make your life easier.

In this guide, you’ll learn practical expressions, real-life dialogues, and insider tips for taking a taxi in Morocco like a local.

1. Types of Taxis in Morocco

Before learning phrases, here are the two main types of taxis:

• Petit Taxi  

  • Small city taxis (usually red, blue, green, or beige depending on the city).

  • Maximum 3 passengers.

  • Uses a meter in most cities.

• Grand Taxi 

  • Shared taxis for longer distances or travel between cities.

  • Usually old white Mercedes.

  • Price is negotiated before the trip.

💡 Tip: Always ask if the meter (compteur) is on before starting your ride.

2. Basic Taxi Phrases in Darija

Here are the most common phrases you’ll need when taking a taxi:

• 3afak, kayna shi taxi? 
  Meaning: Excuse me, is there a taxi?

• Bghit taxi.
  Meaning: I want a taxi.

• Sh7al taman? 
  Meaning: How much is it?

• Dir lcompteur, 3afak.
  Meaning: Please turn on the meter.

• Bezaf had taman! 
  Meaning: That’s too expensive!

3. Asking for Directions & Destinations

• Dini l... (destination)
  Meaning: Take me to …

• Fin kayn... ?
  Meaning: Where is …?

• Wa9afna hna, 3afak. 
  Meaning: Stop here, please.

• 9rabni lamdina, 3afak.
  Meaning: Please drop me near the old town.

4. Useful Taxi Dialogues

Dialogue 1 — Asking for a Taxi

• You: 3afak, kayna shi taxi?
  (Excuse me, is there a taxi?)

• Driver: Ah, fin bghiti tamshi?
  (Yes, where do you want to go?)

• You: Dini ljama3 l-fna, 3afak.
  (Take me to Jamaa El-Fna, please.)

Dialogue 2 — Negotiating the Price

• You: Sh7al taman?
  (How much is it?)

• Driver: 40 dirham.
  (40 dirhams.)

• You: Bezaf! Dir lcompteur, 3afak.
  (That’s too expensive! Please turn on the meter.)

Dialogue 3 — Ending the Ride

• You: Wa9afna hna, 3afak.
  (Stop here, please.)

• Driver: Hna mzyan?
  (Is here okay?)

• You: Ah, shukran! 
  (Yes, thank you!)

5. Tips for Taking Taxis in Morocco

• Use the meter whenever possible, especially in Casablanca, Marrakech, Rabat, and Tangier.

• Negotiate the price first in cities like Marrakech, Fes, and Agadir, where meters aren’t always used.

• Keep small change — many drivers won’t have change for large bills.

• Avoid unofficial taxis — use marked vehicles only.

• Use apps like Heetch or Roby for safer, fixed-price rides in big cities.

Popular Taxi Destinations in Morocco

• Marrakech → Jamaa El Fna

• Casablanca → Hassan II Mosque

• Fes → Bab Boujloud

• Chefchaouen → Medina Center

Learn Darija for Real-Life Situations

Learning a few Darija phrases can save you money, time, and stress when taking taxis in Morocco. Practice these expressions, and you’ll sound more confident and local.

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