Signification
Encouraging someone to reach out if they need help, information, or have questions.
Contexte culturel
In the Levant, this phrase is often followed by 'على راسي' (On my head), signifying that your request is a priority and an honor to fulfill. In the Gulf, hospitality is paramount. You might hear 'أبشر بسعدك' (Be glad of your good fortune) after this phrase, meaning 'I will definitely help you.' Egyptians might use 'من عينيا' (From my eyes) to show extreme willingness to help after you say you'll call. The phrase remains formal, but in daily life, 'مرحبا بك' (You are welcome) is the more common way to open the door for contact.
The 'Bi' Rule
Always remember that 'ittisal' (contact) is 'with' someone in Arabic, using the 'bi' prefix. Never use 'ma'a' (with) or 'li' (to).
Sincerity Matters
In Arabic culture, this phrase is often taken more literally than in English. Be prepared for a phone call if you say it!
Signification
Encouraging someone to reach out if they need help, information, or have questions.
The 'Bi' Rule
Always remember that 'ittisal' (contact) is 'with' someone in Arabic, using the 'bi' prefix. Never use 'ma'a' (with) or 'li' (to).
Sincerity Matters
In Arabic culture, this phrase is often taken more literally than in English. Be prepared for a phone call if you say it!
Gender Agreement
If you are writing to a woman, you MUST add the 'i' sound at the end: 'La tataraddadi'. Skipping this is a common B1-level error.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing preposition and pronoun.
لا تتردد في الاتصال ____ (me).
The verb 'ittasala' always takes the preposition 'bi'.
Which of these is the correct formal way to tell a woman not to hesitate?
To a female colleague:
The Jussive mood for second person feminine singular drops the 'nun', leaving 'tataraddadi'.
Complete the email closing.
Manager: 'شكراً لاهتمامك بالوظيفة. ______ في الاتصال بي إذا كان لديك أي استفسار.'
'La tataraddad' is the standard idiomatic way to offer follow-up contact.
Match the phrase to the correct register.
1. دق لي (Slang), 2. لا تتردد في الاتصال بي (Formal), 3. يرجى عدم التردد في التواصل معنا (Very Formal)
The length and complexity of the phrase usually correlate with formality in Arabic.
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Aides visuelles
Formality Levels
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesلا تتردد في الاتصال ____ (me).
The verb 'ittasala' always takes the preposition 'bi'.
To a female colleague:
The Jussive mood for second person feminine singular drops the 'nun', leaving 'tataraddadi'.
Manager: 'شكراً لاهتمامك بالوظيفة. ______ في الاتصال بي إذا كان لديك أي استفسار.'
'La tataraddad' is the standard idiomatic way to offer follow-up contact.
1. دق لي (Slang), 2. لا تتردد في الاتصال بي (Formal), 3. يرجى عدم التردد في التواصل معنا (Very Formal)
The length and complexity of the phrase usually correlate with formality in Arabic.
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Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, it can sound a bit 'stiff' with close friends. Use 'كلمني' (Call me) or 'ابعتلي' (Message me) instead.
Absolutely. It's very common in professional WhatsApp or LinkedIn messages.
'الاتصال' usually means a phone call, while 'التواصل' is broader and means 'getting in touch' via any method.
Because of the 'La' before it, which puts the verb in the Jussive mood, removing the final vowel.
Say 'لا تترددوا في الاتصال بنا' (plural you, and 'us' instead of 'me').
You can just say 'لا تتردد' (Don't hesitate) if the context of calling is already clear.
Yes, while the pronunciation changes, the phrase is understood and used in its MSA form across the Arab world.
Yes! 'لا تتردد في الاتصال بي في حال وجود أي مشكلة' (Don't hesitate to call me in case of any problem) is very common.
There isn't a direct opposite, but 'لا تزعجني' (Don't disturb me) is the functional opposite in terms of availability.
It's better for a boss to say it to an employee. If you say it to your boss, it might sound like you are the one in charge of the help.
Expressions liées
لا تتردد في مراسلتي
similarDon't hesitate to message me.
تواصل معي
synonymGet in touch with me.
أنا في الخدمة
builds onI am at your service.
على الرحب والسعة
similarYou are most welcome.
