How to say "Praise God / Thank God" in Darija

"Praise God / Thank God" in Moroccan Darija is el-7amdu li-llah. Here is how Moroccans actually use it, and when.

الحمد لله

el-7amdu li-llah

Praise God / Thank God

Cultural context

Used after answering 'how are you?', after eating, or when expressing gratitude. Extremely common.

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