Meaning
Used to state that one does not possess physical money.
Cultural Background
In the Levant, people often use 'ما معي' (I don't have with me) even if they are at home. In the Gulf, 'فلوس' is the most common word for money. Egyptians often use 'معيش' (I don't have with me) as a contraction.
Use it naturally
Don't overthink the grammar; it's a very common phrase.
Don't be too blunt
Add 'آسف' (sorry) before the phrase to soften it.
Meaning
Used to state that one does not possess physical money.
Use it naturally
Don't overthink the grammar; it's a very common phrase.
Don't be too blunt
Add 'آسف' (sorry) before the phrase to soften it.
Regional variations
If you are in Egypt, use 'معيش' for a more local feel.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
____ لدي نقود.
'ليس' is the correct particle for negating possession.
Which is the most formal?
Choose the formal way to say 'I don't have money'.
This is the standard MSA form.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
ليس لدي نقود
Direct translation.
Complete the dialogue.
Friend: 'Let's buy this!' You: '____'
Appropriate response to a purchase suggestion.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises____ لدي نقود.
'ليس' is the correct particle for negating possession.
Choose the formal way to say 'I don't have money'.
This is the standard MSA form.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Direct translation.
Friend: 'Let's buy this!' You: '____'
Appropriate response to a purchase suggestion.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsNo, it is a neutral statement of fact.
Yes, it is professional enough.
'مال' is wealth/money in general, 'نقود' is cash/currency.
Use 'لم يكن لدي نقود'.
It depends on the context; 'ليس لدي' is safer for formal settings.
Yes, replace 'نقود' with any noun.
It is the possessive suffix for 'my'.
It is better to say 'الله يرزقك' (May God provide for you) instead.
Related Phrases
ليس لدي وقت
similarI don't have time
أنا مفلس
synonymI am broke
هل لديك نقود؟
builds onDo you have money?
