Habibi is an Arabic word that literally means “my love” (sometimes also translated as “my dear,” “my darling,” or “beloved.”)

Can you call a girl Habibi?

Habibi (male) and habibti (female)

Both mean darling, and can be used with friends and good colleagues. It is one of the most widely used terms of endearments in the region, and chances are they are the first Arabic words learned by a new arrival. But don't drop it too casually.

What does Hola Habibi?

Habibi means my darling or my beloved.