Talk Like an Egyptian: Key Idiomatic Expressions for Sounding Natural in Egyptian Arabic

By Alaa Abou El-Nour and Matthew Aldrich

This book explains idioms, set expressions, and cultural language used in Egyptian Colloquial Arabic. It focuses on how meaning is shaped by tone, context, and social norms rather than direct translation.

Egyptian Arabic idioms and fixed expressionsLiteral explanations showing multiple possible meaningsDialogues illustrating real world usageNotes on social etiquette and indirect speechComparisons with Modern Standard ArabicCultural explanations for religious and social phrasesPronunciation guidance in the glossaryThe book is intended for learners of Egyptian Colloquial Arabic who want to understand conversational nuance and cultural context

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1949650499
• ISBN13: 9781949650495
• Release Date: April 2021
• Publisher: Lingualism
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.0" x 8.0"