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riedha ħobla u tredda'

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Maltese

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Etymology

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Literally, to want her pregnant while she’s breastfeeding. In reality, the two are not mutually exclusive, though the chances of conception during a period of active breastfeeding are indeed very low.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˌrɪː.da ˌħɔb.la‿w ˈtrɛd.da/
  • IPA(key): /ˌrɪː.da ˌħɔb.la‿w ˈtrɛd.daˤ/ (archaic)

Verb

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riedha ħobla u tredda’

  1. (idiomatic) to (want to) have one's cake and eat it too

Usage notes

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  • Though the saying does not appear to be particularly vulgar, it may nevertheless be advisable to use it with caution.