

Fish, Milk, Tamarind
A Book of Egyptian Arabic Food Expressions
Book • 2022
Dalal Abo El Seoud's "Fish, Milk, Tamarind" is a delightful collection of 100 commonly used Egyptian Arabic food expressions.
The book explores the cultural significance of these idioms, revealing how they convey complex ideas and beliefs with humor and economy.
Each expression is presented in Arabic script and English transliteration, along with its literal and intended meanings.
Humorous color illustrations enhance understanding and memorability.
The book is a valuable resource for Arabic learners, native speakers, and anyone interested in Egyptian culture.
The book explores the cultural significance of these idioms, revealing how they convey complex ideas and beliefs with humor and economy.
Each expression is presented in Arabic script and English transliteration, along with its literal and intended meanings.
Humorous color illustrations enhance understanding and memorability.
The book is a valuable resource for Arabic learners, native speakers, and anyone interested in Egyptian culture.
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Dalal Abo El Seoud, "Fish, Milk, Tamarind: A Book of Egyptian Arabic Food Expressions" (American U in Cairo Press, 2022)