Signature Jordanian Expressions That Will Make You LOL

From traditional sayings to everyday phrases, here’s a list of Jordanians’ signature expressions that are actually funny when it comes to their literal meanings.

1. Ba5ales w bajeek

Translation: I’ll finish and join you or I’ll be there in 5

Actual meaning: I need more time to find an excuse to decline your invitation.

2. La2allah

Translation: To God

Actual meaning: SUPER!

“Imbare7 kan la2allah chob bel leil” = “Last night was super hot!”

3. Fakhem

Translation: Luxurious

Actual meaning: Awesome

“Inti fakhmeh!” (You’re awesome!)

4. Ma3ak Hak

Translation: you’re right

Actual meaning: Shut up, I don’t want to argue with you

“yii walak khalas Ma3ak Hak” (yiii shut up, just shut up!)

5. Saffa7

Translation: Serial Killer

Actual meaning: Amazing!

“el ta2es saffa7 lyoum” (The weather is amazing today)

6. 7areega

Meaning: There’s a fire, run!

Actual meaning: That was lit!

“el party kanat 7areeeeeega!!” (The party was lit!)

7. Yis3ed Allah

Literal Meaning: Make God happy

Actual meaning: Hooray!

“My Dad got me the latest iPhone!! Yes3ed Allah”