Living in Kuwait for most of my childhood meant that I was exposed to one of the most beautifully diverse languages in the world, reaction words included.
From "Ambeh" to "Shino," in Kuwaiti, there literally is a word for every reaction. So, no matter what life throws at you, you'll always be ready to hit back.
Don't believe me?
Take a look.
1. When you want to put something off: "Enzain"
You say this when someone asks you to do something and you really don't feel like it.
This is an alternate to the oh-so popular "Inshallah."
And it works every single time.
2. When something is super expensive: "OUULLAA"
Ever been shopping and then suddenly you spot a ridiculously expensive price tag?
This word is all you need.
3. When something disgusts you: "Wei3"
What's the thing you find most disgusting?
Now imagine that it's right in front of you.
And go: "wei333."
4. When you want to ‘kindly’ brush someone off: "Shtabi?"
Literally translates into a stern "what do you want now?"
5. When you don't want to lend someone money: "Sh7aga?"
This literally translates into "what for?"
But this one isn't an ordinary version of it, because what it usually really means is a strong "NO."
Try asking your parents or friends for money, and if "Sh7aga" is their response ... you're not getting any.
6. When you want to react with shock: "Shinooo?"
Someone said something unacceptable, weird or shocking?
Ok, all you need to say in response is: "Shino," but for it to work, stress on that "O" at the end and elongate it.
"Shinoooo?"
There you go.
7. When you want to shut down nosy people: "Enta Shako?"
This is often a serious "what's it to you?" reaction phrase.
When you want people to mind their own business, use it.
8. And finally the one that sums them all up: "Ambeh"
Whether you're sad, angry or ecstatic, this is your word.
Whether you're being serious or sarcastic, "Ambeh" will never disappoint.