Dhivehi is the official language of the Maldives. Its present script, Thaana was introduced in the late 16th century and is written from right to left.
| How are you? | Haalu Kihinei |
| Good | Rangalhu or Baraabaru |
| Thank you | Shukuriyyaa |
| You are welcome | Marhabaa |
| Goodbye | Vakivelaanan |
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