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Snack
الوجبة الخفيفة (al-wajba al-khafifa) is a feminine noun phrase meaning 'snack' or 'light meal.' It refers to a small amount of food eaten between main meals or as a quick bite. This term is commonly used in both formal and casual Arabic to describe any light food consumed outside of the three main meals.
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أتناول وجبة خفيفة في فترة الاستراحة.
Atanawwal wajba khafifa fi fatra al-istiraha.
I eat a snack during the break.
هل تريد وجبة خفيفة قبل العشاء؟
Hal tureed wajba khafifa qabl al-asha?
Do you want a snack before dinner?
الوجبات الخفيفة الصحية مهمة جداً.
Al-wajbat al-khafifa al-sihhiya muhimma jiddan.
Healthy snacks are very important.
قدمنا وجبات خفيفة في الحفلة.
Qaddamna wajbat khafifa fi al-hafla.
We served light snacks at the party.
أحب تناول وجبة خفيفة قبل النوم.
Ahibb tanawwal wajba khafifa qabl al-nawm.
I love eating a snack before bed.
In Arabic-speaking cultures, snacking is an integral part of daily life, especially during social gatherings and celebrations. Snacks often accompany coffee or tea, reflecting the importance of hospitality in Arab culture. Traditional snacks like dates, nuts, pastries, and fresh fruits hold special significance, particularly during Ramadan when light snacks help break the fast.
Remember that الوجبة is feminine, so adjectives and verbs must agree in gender. The phrase الوجبات الخفيفة (plural) is commonly used when discussing multiple snacks. You can also use just وجبة alone when the context makes it clear you're referring to a snack.