मतलब
Indicating precision, accuracy, or strict conformity.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
Egyptians often use 'bi-l-milli' (by the millimeter) for extreme precision, but 'bi-ḍ-ḍabṭ' is the standard for polite agreement. In Lebanon and Syria, 'bi-ḍ-ḍabṭ' is often shortened in fast speech, but the 'ḍ' sound remains very heavy and distinct. In formal business settings in the Gulf, 'bi-ḍ-ḍabṭ' is used to signal that a contract or agreement is being followed to the letter. In Morocco and Tunisia, you might hear 'Nishan' (straight/exactly) used more in the streets, but 'bi-ḍ-ḍabṭ' is used in news and education.
The Standalone Power
If you don't know what to say in a conversation but you want to look like you're following along, a well-timed 'بالضبط' works wonders.
The Heavy Ḍ
Make sure you pronounce the 'Ḍād' (ض) heavily. If you say it like a light 'D', it might sound like 'dabt' (which isn't a word, but sounds weak).
मतलब
Indicating precision, accuracy, or strict conformity.
The Standalone Power
If you don't know what to say in a conversation but you want to look like you're following along, a well-timed 'بالضبط' works wonders.
The Heavy Ḍ
Make sure you pronounce the 'Ḍād' (ض) heavily. If you say it like a light 'D', it might sound like 'dabt' (which isn't a word, but sounds weak).
Coffee 'Maḍbūṭ'
When ordering coffee, 'Maḍbūṭ' (from the same root) means with a medium/perfect amount of sugar. It's the most popular way to drink it!
खुद को परखो
Fill in the blank with 'بالضبط' to complete the sentence.
سأصل إلى المطار في الساعة السابعة _______.
To indicate a specific time without being late or early, 'بالضبط' is the correct choice.
Choose the best response to the statement.
أحمد: 'أعتقد أن تعلم اللغة العربية يحتاج إلى وقت.' ليلى: '_______! الصبر مهم جداً.'
Leyla is agreeing with Ahmed's opinion, so 'Exactly!' is the natural response.
Complete the dialogue between a doctor and a patient.
الطبيب: هل الألم في هذا الجانب من البطن؟ المريض: نعم، في هذا المكان _______.
The patient is confirming the specific location the doctor pointed to.
Match the use of 'بالضبط' to the correct context.
Context: 'The bill is 50 dollars exactly.'
The phrase is used to specify a fixed amount of money.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासسأصل إلى المطار في الساعة السابعة _______.
To indicate a specific time without being late or early, 'بالضبط' is the correct choice.
أحمد: 'أعتقد أن تعلم اللغة العربية يحتاج إلى وقت.' ليلى: '_______! الصبر مهم جداً.'
Leyla is agreeing with Ahmed's opinion, so 'Exactly!' is the natural response.
الطبيب: هل الألم في هذا الجانب من البطن؟ المريض: نعم، في هذا المكان _______.
The patient is confirming the specific location the doctor pointed to.
Context: 'The bill is 50 dollars exactly.'
The phrase is used to specify a fixed amount of money.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Yes, as a response to someone else. 'بالضبط، هذا ما قلته.'
'Bi-ḍ-ḍabṭ' is for precision/accuracy. 'Tamāman' is for completeness/totality.
You say 'ليس بالضبط' (Laysa bi-ḍ-ḍabṭ).
No, it is an adverbial phrase and remains the same regardless of gender.
Yes, it is universally understood across the Arab world.
No, you can't say 'He is bi-ḍ-ḍabṭ'. You would say 'He is precise' (Huwa daqīq).
The 'bi' is a preposition meaning 'with'. So it literally means 'with precision'.
Yes, especially in songs about fate or finding the 'exact' right person.
Absolutely. It is the standard way to say 'exactly 5 meters'.
संबंधित मुहावरे
تماماً
synonymCompletely / Exactly
على وجه الدقة
specialized formTo be precise
تحديداً
similarSpecifically
مضبوط
builds onAccurate / Adjusted
