A1 Expression Neutral

لا، لست بخير

lā, lastu bikhayr

No, I am not fine

Meaning

A negative response to 'Are you okay?'.

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Cultural Background

In the Levant, people often use 'مش منيح' (mish mniih) instead of 'لست بخير'. In the Gulf, 'مو زين' (mo zain) is a common way to say 'not good'.

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Be honest

Don't be afraid to use this phrase; it's a healthy way to communicate.

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Context matters

In some cultures, people might be surprised by your honesty.

Meaning

A negative response to 'Are you okay?'.

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Be honest

Don't be afraid to use this phrase; it's a healthy way to communicate.

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Context matters

In some cultures, people might be surprised by your honesty.

Test Yourself

Which phrase means 'I am not okay'?

Choose the correct option:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: لست بخير

'لست بخير' is the negative form.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which phrase means 'I am not okay'? Choose A1

Choose the correct option:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: لست بخير

'لست بخير' is the negative form.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

Only if you have a close relationship.

It is neutral.

Related Phrases

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أنا بخير

contrast

I am okay

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لست على ما يرام

similar

I am not doing well

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