While English and French are widely spoken, speaking these local gems will open doors and hearts:

1. Hello / Welcome – Marhaba / Ahlan w sahlan
2. Thank you – Shukran
   
3. Good evening – Masa El Khayr
4. Good Morning – Sabah El Khayr
5. Welcome to Lebanon – Ahlan fikon bi Lebnen
   
6. Nice to meet you – Tsharrafna
   
7. Please – Law samaḥt (M) Law samaḥti (F)
   
8. My name is… – Esme…
9. How are you? – Kifak (M) Kifik (F)?
   
10. Very tasty – Ktir ṭayyeb
11. How much is this? – Addesh seʿra?
12. No problem – Ma fi mishkle
13. Of course – Akid
14. Let’s go – Yalla
15. God willing – Inshallah
16. You’re welcome – Ahlan / Tekramo
17. Ok / Done – Khalas
18. What’s up? – Shu El Akhbar
19. No worries – Wala yhemmak
20. Do you want? – Badkon
21. Enjoy – Saha
22. Cheap – Rkhis
23. Expensive – Ghali
24. Good price – Mnih
25. Discount – Hasem
26. Here – Hawn
27. There – Hounik
28. Right – Yamin
29. Left – Shmal
30. Straight – Deghri
31. Bravo / Well done – Bravo

Greetings play an important role in Lebanese social life. Simple expressions such as “Hello,” “Welcome,” or “May God give you health” are more than polite words—they help open hearts, build trust, and create an immediate sense of warmth and connection. Using these greetings, even briefly, is always appreciated and reflects respect for local customs.