7 Commonly Used Lebanese Expressions And What They Really Mean

Lebanese people have very special ways of expressing themselves, but if you’ve ever found yourself lost at what some of their expressions mean, here’s a guide to help you out.

1. Yet3amek 7ejje wel nes rej3a

What it means: you’re waaaay too late.

2. 2al baddo yka7ella, 3ameha

What it means: you tried too hard and now you’ve ruined everything.

3. Men bet sho22o la bet lo22o

What it means: you’re always out and about.

4. Tob el jara 3a temma, btetla3 el bent la emma

What it means: refers to the hope that girls will grow up to be similar to their mothers.

5. Men 2eed melek la 2eed helek la 2abbad el rwe7

What it means: when something circulates from one place to another at a very high speed.

6. Shreyto w bala terbeyto

What it means: it’s easier to buy something than to make it yourself, mainly used for dyefe.

7. Fer5 el batt 3awem

What it means: refers to kids turning out to have similar skills to their parents.