5 Algerian Expressions Using Our Body Parts

In this vocabulary lesson, you will learn five Algerian expressions (advanced level) using our body parts.

1 (nose_ النّيف)

عَنْدي النّيف

Literal meaning = I have the nose

Actual meaning = I have dignity

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1 (brain_ المُخْ)

انْتَ مُخْ

Literal meaning = You are a brain

Actual meaning = You are genius

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1 (finger_ صْبُعْ)

كُل صْبُعْ بْصَنْعَة

Literal meaning = Each finger has a skill

Actual meaning = She masters all homemaking skills and more

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1 (hands_ يِدِّينْ)

يدّيه مْكَسْرين

Literal meaning = He has broken hands

Actual meaning = He is lazy

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1 (head_ الرّاس)

نْحُطّك فوق راسي

Literal meaning = I put you on my head

Actual meaning = I take care of you and treat you in a very special way, reflecting respect and appreciation

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