Glossary entry (derived from question below)
Arabic term or phrase:
لا حاشا و ماشا
English translation:
No, God (Heaven) forbid
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لا حاشا و ماشا
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This phrase appears in a text chat between two Egyptians. A is in Egypt while B is in Kuwait. A starts criticizing Kuwait, so B tells him to stop. Thank you to anyone who may be able to help.
A: انت متراقب وخايف
B: لا حاشا و ماشا
A: بس عرفتك
A: الكويت زي الفل عاشت الكويت
A: انت متراقب وخايف
B: لا حاشا و ماشا
A: بس عرفتك
A: الكويت زي الفل عاشت الكويت
Proposed translations
(English)
| 5 +3 | No, God (Heaven) forbid |
Trans Master (X)
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| 5 | No way |
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No, God (Heaven) forbid
No, God (Heaven) forbid
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Note added at 11 mins (2015-04-16 15:52:41 GMT)
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لا
No
حاشا وماشا
is an expression that is used to express a fervent wish that something does not happen
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Note added at 11 mins (2015-04-16 15:52:41 GMT)
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لا
No
حاشا وماشا
is an expression that is used to express a fervent wish that something does not happen
Note from asker:
| Thank you, TransMaster. Can you help break down the literal meaning as well? |
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No way
Used to say no in a forceful way
This is a very common expression meaning this can never happen (in a pride and self confidence) .. As simple as it is
This is a very common expression meaning this can never happen (in a pride and self confidence) .. As simple as it is
Example sentence:
-"Go on, lend me your bike." -"No way!"
Note from asker:
| Thank you, Yousra. |
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