ابقى بأمان
ib'a ba'aman
The English phrase 'stay safe' can be expressed in Arabic as ابقى بأمان (ib'a ba'aman).
ابقى بأمان is a phrase used to wish someone well and express a desire for them to remain out of danger.
Which one should you use?
While ابقى بأمان is a direct translation of 'stay safe', it can sound slightly formal or translated in casual spoken Arabic compared to more common religious well-wishes.
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine form ابقى بأمان changes to ابقي بأمان when addressing a female. When addressing a group of people, use the masculine plural form ابقوا بأمان.
How do you pronounce it?
ib'a ba'aman
Did you know?
- In many Arabic dialects, instead of saying 'stay safe', people use the phrase دير بالك, which literally means 'take care of your mind' or 'turn your attention'.
- The root of the word أمان (safety) is shared with the word أمين (trustworthy), which is the title given to the Prophet Muhammad before his prophethood.
- The term أمان is used in the traditional 'Aman' treaty, a historical diplomatic pledge of safety given to enemies to allow for peaceful negotiations.
Example conversation
Yusuf is leaving the city for a long journey.
- نور Nourسأشتاق إليك يا يوسف.Sa-ashtaq ilayka ya Yusuf.I will miss you, Yusuf.
- يوسف Youssefوأنا أيضاً سأشتاق إليكِ يا نور.Wa ana aydan sa-ashtaq ilayki ya Nour.I will miss you too, Nour.
- نور Nourابقى بأمان حتى تعود.Ibqa bi-aman hatta ta'ud.Stay safe until you return.
- يوسف Youssefشكراً لكِ، سأفعل ذلك.Shukran laki, sa-af'alu dhalik.Thank you, I will.
