Blacktower FM - Issue 18 - 2026 Magazine - Flipbook - Page 86
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The Role of Arabic
Language in
Building Rapport
By Louise Cashmore, Interna琀椀onal Financial Adviser at
Blacktower Financial Management in The DIFC
In Dubai’s diverse, mul琀椀cultural environment, demonstra琀椀ng respect for
the local culture can signi昀椀cantly enhance both professional and social
rela琀椀onships. While English is widely spoken in Dubai, using Arabic
phrases, even in simple gree琀椀ngs, can leave a las琀椀ng impression and
foster a deeper connec琀椀on with Emira琀椀 colleagues and acquaintances.
Here’s a guide to help newcomers incorporate basic Arabic phrases into
their interac琀椀ons, understanding when and how to use them to build
rapport and respect.
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