Useful Expressions in Libyan Arabic for the Traveller
The Expression in Libyan Arabic Equivalant in meaning in English

Ordering Food and Drinks :

Tasst Shahy, men fadlek       A cup of tea, please

Tasst Ghahwa, men fadlek       A cup of coffe, please

Tasst Cabatschino, men fadlek     A cup of Cappachino, please

Tasst Makiata, men fadlek       A cup of hot chocolate, please

Tasst Ammia, men fadlek       A glass of wtaer, please

Gedash Ahsabek, laou samahet     How much do I owe you, please

Alfatoura, min fadlek       May I have the bill, please

Men fadlek, nebi Djaj mhamer     I'd like roasted chicken, please

Men fadlek, nebi Shourba Libiya     I'd like a Libyan soup, please

Shenou Alwjbat alle andkoum, lou samahet   What sort of meals do you have, please

Fasoulia           Beans soup

Kouskesy           Cous Cous, Libyan specialty

Makarouna         Spaghetti

Lahm Mashouy         Grilled meat

Nouss Mafroum         Minced meat Sandwich

Hambourga         Hamburger

Marinda           Orange drink in a bottle

Bebsy           A coke in a bottle or can

Jillaty           An ice cream

Ammia Barda         Cold water