Arabic Phrases
Assalaam Alaykum
Peace Be upon You
Will a meeting start early or late?
Most likely late
Shoulders, Knees, Arms should all be covered if you are a women. Why?
Dubai has a dress code.
True or False: Hospitality is something that an emerati takes very seriously.
True
Who is the head family of Dubai?
The Al Maktoum family
Allah
God
What might the leader of a meeting do in the middle of the meeting.
Answer his/her phone.
In public a couple should not kiss or hold hands becasue...
No public displays of affection are allowed.
How many times a day will an Arab man pray?
5
Who is his Royal Highness?
Royal Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
En-Shallah
God-Willing
What will not happen at the end of the first meeting with a company?
Closing a deal
What should a women do when meeting an Emirati male.
A head nod unless the man extends his arm.
What happens every friday?
Friday is a religious day for Muslims
What will the royal family do to become popular?
They are very active on social media and will regularly show up to events and restaurants.
Dhow
Ship
When meeting a emirate in a meeting you should ask how their wife is doing.
No. Definitely no.
Going to bars is a nice after hour activity to bond with your employees.
Yes, but Alcohol is illegal in sharia law, so public intoxication is a no no.
What plays a significant role in Dubai's culture.
Religion.
How many Sheikh's came before Sheikh Mohammed?
12. Sheikh Mohammed is the 13 Sheikh of Dubai.
Kandura
A man's robe
If you are in a meeting what will you always accept
Tea or Coffee (refreshment)
What is considered offensive when taking pictures in Dubai?
Taking pictures of arab women.
What is the fasting month and how does someone fast for a whole month?
They eat before sunrise and after sunset. It is called Ramadan.
How many "official" children Sheikh Mohammed have?
16