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why do palestinians say "ya baba" or "yama" when they talk to somebody?
why do palestinians say "ya baba" or "yama" when they talk to somebody?
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If it was used to their children then it means my son/daughter. Also in palestine children can call their parents "yaba or yamma/yamu"
Also it can be used to others. In this case it's just alternative way to calling people, but sometimes it refers disrespect to others.
Hope this makes it clear to you!
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@Nisaa: depends , if its for young people then its sarcasm. if its for older people then its a sign of respect.
or it could be something else I don't know abt. 😁
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@QueenZ: thx, but they say it even when it's not the case, for example my husband says yaba or ya baba to our little daughter. I just don't get it. :/
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oh that's normal. its shows how much he loves his children.. its like calling them sweetheart or something similar. 😊
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@Nisaa: older people usually say that to youngsters even if they know their names. its exactly like calling them "son" or "young lady"
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@Nisaa: look, nobody can find why they use yaba/ya baba or yama
there is no certain reason ever
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If it was used to their children then it means my son/daughter. Also in palestine children can call their parents "yaba or yamma/yamu"
Also it can be used to others. In this case it's just alternative way to calling people, but sometimes it refers disrespect to others.
Hope this makes it clear to you!
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and this not only to sons and daughter, but also to uncle, when I want to call my sister's son, I say " ya khalo"
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