ieqaf
The English word "stop" is translated into Maltese as ieqaf.
ieqaf is used to express the act of not continuing an action, similar to the English verbs "cease" or "desist".
Meaning: not to continue (verb)
Did you know?
- If you want to say 'stop talking', you might use the phrase aqtɛgħ which literally means 'to cut'. This is a common way to tell someone to shut up or cease a specific behavior.
- In Maltese, if you want to tell someone to 'stop' in the sense of 'stop it' or 'enough', you might use basta. This is a loanword from Italian and is often used more frequently than ieqaf in emotional contexts.
- The word ieqaf is derived from the Arabic root wqf, which relates to standing or staying in one place. This connects the idea of 'stopping' to the physical act of 'standing still'.
Example conversation
Andre and Maria are walking in a park.
- AndreMaria, ieqaf mument!Maria, stop for a moment!
- MariaX'ġara, Andre?What happened, Andre?
- AndreAra dik it-tfajla!Look at that butterfly!
- MariaHija sabiħa ħafna.It is very beautiful.
