Signification
Something or someone that is more significant or powerful than they might seem.
Contexte culturel
The concept of 'Hiba' (awe/respect) is central. Using this phrase shows you recognize the inherent dignity and power of others, which is a highly valued social trait. In Egypt, business is often about relationships and perceived strength. Using 'la yustahanu bihi' in a meeting signals that you are a serious player who understands market dynamics. In Lebanon or Syria, this phrase is often used to praise someone's family background or educational achievements, emphasizing that they come from a 'heavy' (important) lineage. In Morocco or Tunisia, the phrase is frequently used in political discourse to describe the power of labor unions or civil society movements.
The Gender Switch
Always check the noun before the phrase. If it's 'Moshkila' (problem), use 'biha'. If it's 'Khasm' (opponent), use 'behi'.
Don't overdo it
This is a 'heavy' phrase. If you use it for every small thing, it loses its impact. Save it for things that truly deserve respect.
Signification
Something or someone that is more significant or powerful than they might seem.
The Gender Switch
Always check the noun before the phrase. If it's 'Moshkila' (problem), use 'biha'. If it's 'Khasm' (opponent), use 'behi'.
Don't overdo it
This is a 'heavy' phrase. If you use it for every small thing, it loses its impact. Save it for things that truly deserve respect.
Complimenting
Using this to compliment a native speaker's skill (e.g., 'Your Arabic is not to be underestimated') is a very high-level way to show respect.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form (behi/biha/bihim).
هذه الشركة لديها أرباح لا يستهان ____.
The word 'أرباح' (profits) is a non-human plural, which is treated as feminine singular in Arabic.
Which sentence best describes a very talented young musician?
كيف تصف عازفاً شاباً موهوباً جداً؟
We need the negation 'la' and the masculine 'behi' to match 'عازف'.
Match the phrase to the most appropriate context.
متى نستخدم 'قوة لا يستهان بها'؟
The phrase implies significant power or threat.
Complete the dialogue.
أحمد: هل تعتقد أننا سنفوز على الفريق المنافس؟ سارة: نعم، لكن احذر، فلديهم هجوم ________.
'هجوم' (attack) is masculine singular.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesهذه الشركة لديها أرباح لا يستهان ____.
The word 'أرباح' (profits) is a non-human plural, which is treated as feminine singular in Arabic.
كيف تصف عازفاً شاباً موهوباً جداً؟
We need the negation 'la' and the masculine 'behi' to match 'عازف'.
متى نستخدم 'قوة لا يستهان بها'؟
The phrase implies significant power or threat.
أحمد: هل تعتقد أننا سنفوز على الفريق المنافس؟ سارة: نعم، لكن احذر، فلديهم هجوم ________.
'هجوم' (attack) is masculine singular.
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Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, it is very common to describe a person as 'shakhs la yustahanu bihi' (a person not to be underestimated).
No, it can be used for positive things like 'talents' or 'profits,' though it always implies a sense of 'seriousness.'
The root is H-W-N (هون), which relates to ease or insignificance.
Expressions liées
ليس بالهين
synonymNot easy / Not simple
ذو شأن كبير
similarOf great importance
قوة ضاربة
builds onA striking force
سهل المنال
contrastEasy to obtain / Weak
