أهلاً وسهلاً
Welcome
直訳: Family and a plain (level ground)
Use it to make anyone feel instantly at home and safe in your presence.
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- The standard, warmest way to say welcome in Arabic.
- Means you are treated like family on easy ground.
- Used for guests, new friends, and entering shops.
- Perfect for both formal meetings and casual hangouts.
意味
It is the warmest way to say 'welcome' in Arabic. It literally tells the person they have arrived among family and onto a smooth, easy path.
主な例文
3 / 6Welcoming a guest to your home
أهلاً وسهلاً، تفضلوا بالدخول
Welcome, please come in.
Meeting a new colleague
أهلاً وسهلاً بك في فريقنا
Welcome to our team.
Texting a friend who just arrived in town
أهلاً وسهلاً بك في دبي!
Welcome to Dubai!
文化的背景
The phrase originates from the Bedouin tradition of desert hospitality. It reassured travelers they were safe and among kin. Today, it remains the gold standard for welcoming guests across all 22 Arabic-speaking countries.
The Magic Response
If someone says this to you, the best reply is 'Ahlan bik' (to a male) or 'Ahlan biki' (to a female). It means 'Welcome to you too!'
Don't use it for 'You're Welcome'
Many English speakers use this when someone says 'Thank you'. In Arabic, use 'Afwan' for that. 'Ahlan' is only for greetings!
15秒でわかる
- The standard, warmest way to say welcome in Arabic.
- Means you are treated like family on easy ground.
- Used for guests, new friends, and entering shops.
- Perfect for both formal meetings and casual hangouts.
What It Means
Ahlan wa Sahlan is more than just a hello. It comes from an old nomadic greeting. It means 'You have come to your family (Ahl) and a smooth place (Sahl)'. You are telling your guest they aren't a stranger. They are home. It is the ultimate verbal hug in the Arabic language.
How To Use It
Use it whenever you want to make someone feel truly invited. You can say the whole phrase Ahlan wa Sahlan. Or, you can just say Ahlan. If you want to be extra fancy, add Ya and their name. It works for one person or a group. It is very flexible and hard to mess up.
When To Use It
Use it when a friend knocks on your door. Use it when a new colleague joins the team. It is perfect for the start of a meeting. Even shopkeepers will say it when you walk in. If you are hosting a dinner, say it with a big smile. It sets a friendly tone immediately.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it when you are leaving. That would be very confusing! It is strictly for arrivals. Also, do not use it if you are angry at someone. It is too warm for a cold shoulder. If you are in a super-rushed, silent elevator, maybe skip it. It invites conversation.
Cultural Background
In the desert, hospitality was a matter of survival. Welcoming a traveler meant offering protection. By saying they are 'family,' you are promising to look after them. This phrase carries that ancient DNA of generosity. It is why Arabs are known for being such intense hosts. We really want you to feel at ease!
Common Variations
In Egypt, you might hear Ahlan bik. In the Levant, people often just say Ahlan. Some people add Marhaba before it for a mega-welcome. If you are texting, Ahlan is the go-to. It is like the 'Hey' of the Arabic world but with more soul.
使い方のコツ
Perfect for any arrival. It is gender-neutral in its base form, making it the safest bet for any social interaction.
The Magic Response
If someone says this to you, the best reply is 'Ahlan bik' (to a male) or 'Ahlan biki' (to a female). It means 'Welcome to you too!'
Don't use it for 'You're Welcome'
Many English speakers use this when someone says 'Thank you'. In Arabic, use 'Afwan' for that. 'Ahlan' is only for greetings!
The Family Secret
The word 'Ahl' (family) in the phrase implies that the guest is now under the host's protection. It’s a very deep bond!
例文
6أهلاً وسهلاً، تفضلوا بالدخول
Welcome, please come in.
A classic way to start any home visit.
أهلاً وسهلاً بك في فريقنا
Welcome to our team.
Professional yet very warm.
أهلاً وسهلاً بك في دبي!
Welcome to Dubai!
Short and enthusiastic for text.
أهلاً وسهلاً، كيف يمكنني مساعدتك؟
Welcome, how can I help you?
Standard retail greeting.
أهلاً وسهلاً يا أستاذ، أخيراً وصلت!
Welcome Professor, you finally arrived!
Using 'Professor' sarcastically for a late friend.
أهلاً وسهلاً يا حبيبي، اشتقنا لك
Welcome my dear, we missed you.
Deeply emotional and warm.
自分をテスト
Choose the best word to complete the classic greeting.
أهلاً و___
The full traditional phrase is always 'Ahlan wa Sahlan'.
How would you welcome a group of people to your house?
___ في بيتي
Adding 'bikum' makes the welcome plural for a group.
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Formality Scale of Ahlan wa Sahlan
Just 'Ahlan' for friends.
أهلاً
The full phrase for most situations.
أهلاً وسهلاً
Adding titles or formal suffixes.
أهلاً وسهلاً بحضرتكم
Where to use Ahlan wa Sahlan
At the Airport
Greeting a traveler
At a Cafe
Meeting a date or friend
At the Office
New hire orientation
At Home
Hosting a dinner party
よくある質問
10 問It literally means '(You have come to) family and a plain'. It implies the guest is among kin and on easy, hospitable ground.
Yes! Ahlan is a very common, shorter version used with friends or in casual settings like texting.
It is neutral. You can use it with a king or a toddler. It is always polite and warm.
The most common response is Ahlan bik (to a man) or Ahlan biki (to a woman).
No, it is only for arrivals. For leaving, you should use Ma'a salama.
Yes, while some regions have local favorites, Ahlan wa Sahlan is understood and used everywhere from Morocco to Iraq.
Absolutely. It is a very professional way to welcome a new client or partner in the opening of an email.
Marhaba is more like 'Hello', while Ahlan wa Sahlan is specifically 'Welcome'. They are often used together.
The phrase itself stays the same, but if you add 'to you', you say Ahlan wa Sahlan bikum for a group.
Hospitality is a huge part of Arab business culture. They want you to feel like a guest, not just a customer.
関連フレーズ
مرحباً
Hello / Welcome
تفضل
Please (come in / take this)
نورت
You have enlightened the place (said to a guest)
حيّاك الله
May God give you life (a warm Gulf greeting)
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