🇸🇦 Arabic phrases

How to Say "Bless you" in Arabic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
يرحمكم الله
"Bless you" in Arabic · say it like yarhamkum Allah

The most natural way to say "Bless you" in Arabic is يرحمكم الله. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

رحمك الله
used when addressing someone directly
يرحمكم الله جميعاً
used when addressing a group

When to use it

You use this phrase when someone sneezes as a polite response. It is a way to express good wishes for their health. It is common in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Arabic

ArabicEnglish
عندما عطس صديقي، قلت له: يرحمك الله.When my friend sneezed, I said to him: Bless you.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse it with 'شكراً' (thank you), which is not appropriate in this context.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear يرحمكم الله, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Arabic with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a different way to say 'Bless you' in Arabic?

Yes, you can also say 'رحمك الله' when addressing someone directly.

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