زوجتي
zawjati
The English phrase "wifey" can be translated into Arabic as زوجتي (zawjati).
In Arabic, the term for "wifey" is used to express affection or to refer to one's spouse in an informal context.
Meaning: (informal, affectionate) wife (noun)
Which one should you use?
While زوجتي means "my wife," using the form الزوجة (the wife) sounds more detached and is used when referring to a wife in a general or third-person sense.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Egypt, a popular way to refer to your wife informally is مراتي.
How do you pronounce it?
zawjati
Did you know?
- In many parts of the Middle East, it is common to refer to one's wife indirectly in public by saying أهل البيت (the people of the house) to maintain a level of modesty and privacy.
- In some Levantine dialects, a husband might refer to his wife as الحجّة (the Hajja) as a playful or respectful way to acknowledge her status, even if she has not performed the pilgrimage.
- If you are speaking to a friend about his 'wifey' in an Egyptian setting, using the word المدام (the Madame) is a very common, slightly humorous way to refer to a spouse.
Example conversation
Ziad is introducing Leila to a colleague.
- زياد Ziadأعرفك على زوجتي ليلى.u'arri fuka 'ala zawjati Layla.Let me introduce you to my wifey, Leila.
- ليلى Laylaتشرفت بلقائك يا زياد.tasharaftu bi-liqa'ika ya Ziyad.It's a pleasure to meet you, Ziad.
- زياد Ziadهي دائماً تدعمني.hiya da'iman tad'amuni.She always supports me.
- ليلى Laylaأنتما زوجان رائعان.antuma zawjan ra'i'an.You two are a wonderful couple.
