What is a polite Egyptian greeting?

The most common greeting is 'salamo alaikum' ('peace be with you'), to which you should reply with 'Wa alaikum al-salam' ('peace be with you too'). In some areas, 'Sabah el Khair (good morning) and 'Masa el Khair (good evening) are the typical greetings.



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Show an Egyptian respect by dressing modestly and remaining sensitive and polite. However, it is okay to be informal and relaxed – doing so will likely make your Egyptian counterpart feel well received and comfortable in your presence. Praise their strengths and virtues when possible.

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