Signification
Asking if a particular location or destination is distant.
Contexte culturel
In Cairo, distance is relative to traffic. 'Ba'id' might mean 2km that takes 45 minutes. Always ask 'How much time?' (Kam al-waqt?) after asking if it's far. Historically, distance was measured by camel travel. Today, in the vast deserts of the Gulf, 'far' might mean a 2-hour drive between cities, which locals consider 'close'. In mountainous regions like Lebanon, 'far' often refers to the difficulty of the terrain rather than the straight-line distance. The word 'ba'id' is used, but you will often hear 'bezzaf' (a lot) added to emphasize the distance: 'ba'id bezzaf'.
Add 'Min Huna'
Always add 'min huna' (from here) to be extra clear about your starting point.
The 'Ayn' Sound
Don't skip the 'ayn' in 'ba'id'. If you say 'ba-eed' without the throat constriction, it might sound like 'beid' (eggs) in some dialects!
Signification
Asking if a particular location or destination is distant.
Add 'Min Huna'
Always add 'min huna' (from here) to be extra clear about your starting point.
The 'Ayn' Sound
Don't skip the 'ayn' in 'ba'id'. If you say 'ba-eed' without the throat constriction, it might sound like 'beid' (eggs) in some dialects!
Dialect Shortcut
In most cities, just saying 'Ba'id?' with a questioning face is enough to be understood.
The 'Close' Trap
If a local says 'Qareeb' (close), assume it's at least twice as far as they say. It's a sign of politeness!
Teste-toi
Choose the correct feminine version of the phrase.
If you are asking about 'المدرسة' (the school), you should say:
Since 'المدرسة' is feminine, you must use 'هذه' (hadhihi) and 'بعيدة' (ba'ida).
Fill in the missing preposition.
هل الفندق بعيد ___ المحطة؟
The preposition 'عن' (an) is the standard partner for 'بعيد' (ba'id) to mean 'far from'.
Complete the dialogue naturally.
أحمد: لنذهب إلى المطعم مشياً. سارة: ________؟ أنا متعبة جداً.
Sarah is tired, so she would naturally ask if the place is far before agreeing to walk.
Match the phrase variation to the correct dialect/register.
Match 'ده بعيد؟' to its context.
'Da' is the classic Egyptian shortening of 'hadha'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Gender Agreement
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIf you are asking about 'المدرسة' (the school), you should say:
Since 'المدرسة' is feminine, you must use 'هذه' (hadhihi) and 'بعيدة' (ba'ida).
هل الفندق بعيد ___ المحطة؟
The preposition 'عن' (an) is the standard partner for 'بعيد' (ba'id) to mean 'far from'.
أحمد: لنذهب إلى المطعم مشياً. سارة: ________؟ أنا متعبة جداً.
Sarah is tired, so she would naturally ask if the place is far before agreeing to walk.
Match 'ده بعيد؟' to its context.
'Da' is the classic Egyptian shortening of 'hadha'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsNot directly. Use 'هل هذا متأخر؟' for late or 'كم من الوقت؟' for how long. 'Ba'id' is for space.
In formal writing, yes. In speaking, your tone of voice can turn 'Hadha ba'id' into a question.
It is 'هل هذه بعيدة؟' (Hal hadhihi ba'ida?).
Add 'jiddan' at the end: 'هل هذا بعيد جداً؟'
The opposite is 'qareeb' (قريب).
Yes, to mean someone is emotionally distant or physically far away.
Yes, the root appears many times, often referring to the 'far' punishment or 'distant' lands.
هل هذا بعيد عن المطار؟ (Hal hadha ba'id 'an al-matar?)
'Da' is a colloquial shortening of 'hadha' used for ease of speech.
It is an adjective. The verb is 'ba'uda'.
Yes, 'hadha ba'id' can mean 'that's unlikely'.
It's introduced at A1, but mastering its nuances and prepositions is B1.
Expressions liées
هل هذا قريب؟
contrastIs this close?
كم يبعد؟
similarHow far is it?
بعيد المنال
specialized formOut of reach
من بعيد
builds onFrom afar
