Language/Egyptian-arabic/Vocabulary/Services-Vocabulary
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As you continue your journey to learn Egyptian Arabic with me, we now move on to a new topic - services vocabulary. Services are an integral part of our daily lives, and it's important to be able to communicate effectively when using them. In this lesson, we will cover some common vocabulary related to services, such as the post office, bank, and hotel. So, let's get started!
Consider exploring these related pages after completing this lesson: How to Say Hello & Months of the Year.
Common Services Vocabulary
Here are some of the most common phrases and words you'll need to know when using services in Egypt:
| Egyptian Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| البريد | el-bared | post office |
| الفندق | el-fondok | hotel |
| البنك | el-bank | bank |
| صراف آلي | saraf ale | ATM |
| السكك الحديدية | el-seka el-hadidiya | train station |
| الخطوط الجوية | el-khutut el-gaweya | airport |
As you can see above, the Egyptian Arabic word for post office is "el-bared". This is an essential word to know, especially if you need to mail or receive a package. In Egypt, the post office is an independent governmental authority that provides the Egyptian people with a variety of services related to postal and financial services.
Another popular word is "el-fondok", which means hotel. If you're planning to visit Egypt, you'll definitely need to know this word. Egypt has a diverse range of hotels, including those with a traditional Arabic style to ultra-modern luxury options.
The word for "bank" in Egyptian Arabic is "el-bank". Banks in Egypt are typically open from Sunday to Thursday and closed on Fridays and Saturdays. Most banks offer ATM services and are connected to other international banks, making it easy for visitors to use their credit or debit cards.
Similar to the above, the term "saraf ale" stands for ATM. These machines are commonly found in Egypt and can be used to withdraw cash and check your bank balance.
If you're looking for transportation services, then it's important to know "el-seka el-hadidiya", which means train station in Egyptian Arabic. If you're interested in traveling across the country, the Egyptian railway system is a cheap and comfortable travel option.
Finally, the term "el-khutut el-gaweya" means airport. Cairo International Airport is the largest airport in Egypt and is the main gateway for international travelers arriving and departing from the country.
Common Phrases
Now let's move on to some common phrases you might need to use when you're at these service locations:
- أنا بحاجة لشحن الرصيد - Ana b-ḥāga lesh-shaḥn el-resīd. (I need to add credit)
- هل لديك صرف آلي هنا؟ - Hal ladayk saraf ale huna? (Do you have an ATM here?)
- أود فتح حساب في البنك - ʾود faḫḫ eḥsāb fī el-bank. (I would like to open an account in the bank)
- أنا بحاجة إلى حجز غرفة في الفندق - Ana b-ḥāga ila ḥeǧz ġurfat fel-fondok. (I need to book a room in the hotel)
- أريد تذكرة قطار إلى القاهرة - ʾurīd tezkeret ʾeyl qetar ela el-qahera. (I want to buy a train ticket to Cairo)
These are just a few examples of the phrases you might need to use when you're looking to use these services in Egypt. Practicing these phrases will help you feel more comfortable and confident when using services in the country.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have now learned some essential Egyptian Arabic vocabulary for services. We hope you enjoyed this lesson and found it useful. Be sure to practice what you've learned so that you can feel confident next time you're in one of these service locations. In our next lesson, we will be continuing to build on our vocabulary with a focus on adjectives and adverbs. See you then!
Impressive work on finishing this lesson! Explore these additional pages to enhance your understanding: Asking for Someone's Occupation & Talking about the Weather.
Other Lessons
- Count to 10
- Common Nouns
- Modes of Transportation
- Buildings
- Numbers 1 10
- How to Say Hello
- Basic Greetings
- Post Office
- How to Say Good Bye
- Common Verbs
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