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preferred language for expats is English. That said, most expats living in the
Middle East learn a few common words and phrases that they use every now and then
in their conversation.
Below is a list of 20 popular Arabic words and phrases almost all expats in Dubai
know and use, or should learn.
People say it when you thank them, when you ask them for a favour or make a
request.
If you are addressing a female you would say ‘Habeebti’. The closest English word
to Habeebi/habeebti I've come across is 'buddy' or 'my dear'.