Here’s a list of words and useful everyday phrases one should know when residing in Saudi Arabia. Enjoy your stay!
Abaya - A long black robe designed to cover all of a woman's body Ghutra - The tea-towel like headscarf worn by men Haram - Forbidden! Insha’allah – God willing Insha'allah Bakora - Tomorrow god willing Istemarah - Car registration Iqama - Visa Iqual - The black band that holds the ghutra in place Khalas - Finished, the end Mushkilla - Problem Muttawa - Religious policeman Throbe - Traditional dress for Arabic men Wasta(h) - Having powerful social connections |