Best Help Syrian Refugees Podcasts (2025)

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A Climber Loses Her Grip 44:20

5d ago44:20

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As a professional rock climber, Beth Rodden was taught to see pain as weakness. Fear and discomfort—mental and physical—were just things to be tolerated along the path to one record-breaking climbing feat after another. But when Beth was kidnapped on a climbing expedition in Kyrgyzstan, she had to confront the limits of that approach. On today's sh…

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BONUS: Boost Your Resilience At Work 12:21

20d ago12:21

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What can we do to cultivate more resilience at work? Ben Walter, CEO of Chase for Business and host of The Unshakeables podcast, thinks about this question a lot. In today’s mini episode, Ben joins Maya to talk about the unique challenges faced by America’s small business owners—and the insights he shares can help anyone who wants to improve their …

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Freelancing in Munich as an Industrial Designer with Gray Dawdy 51:01

29d ago51:01

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? In this episode of the Germany Expat Business Show, I caught up with a friend, and sort-of-former-colleague, Gray Dawdy. I met Gray while I was contracting at a service design agency, where he often enjoyed a friendly chat while making a coffee in the agency Teeküche and bonded over our mutual Ca…

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Glennon Doyle on How to Be Broken 41:38

1M ago41:38

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For as long as writer Glennon Doyle can remember, she’s felt that something inside her was broken. 'Who am I really? What am I meant to do? And why does it feel so bad to be in this body?' These are the messy questions that Glennon has been grappling with for years. On today’s episode, Glennon, who hosts the wildly popular podcast We Can Do Hard Th…

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From Syrian Refugee to Successful Co-founder with Tarek Abousamra of Co-Tasker 39:18

1M ago39:18

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? In this episode I talk to Tarek Abousamra, an inspiring entrepreneur who journeyed from Syria to Germany. Tarek's story is one of resilience and determination, culminating in the founding of Co-Tasker, a platform that connects people with service providers for various tasks. Tarek fled Syria due …

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Arabic Dual: Five Things You Need to Know 1:36

1M ago1:36

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In Arabic, the dual form is used to indicate two of something. When a noun ending in "taa marbuta" (ة) takes a suffix, the ending changes to "taa maftuha" (ت). For dual forms, "انِ" (aani) is added in the nominative case and "ين َ " (ayni) in the accusative/genitive cases. The final "i" in "aani" and "ayni" isn't pronounced if followed by a pause. …

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The Two Words That Saved Mel Robbins 36:51

2M ago36:51

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If you've ever found yourself bending over backwards to meet other people’s expectations, or trying to control your loved ones’ emotions and behaviors, you are not alone. Bestselling author and podcast host Mel Robbins says the key is to stop micromanaging and start relaxing your grip. This conversation was an unexpected lesson in owning what’s you…

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Maya’s Exciting Announcement! 3:09

2M ago3:09

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I’ve been dying to share this news with you for quite some time, and I'm so happy that today I finally can. Pre-order “The Other Side of Change” now at changewithmaya.com/book. Read more about my journey to writing “The Other Side of Change” in People: https://people.com/maya-shankar-the-other-side-of-change-cover-reveal-exclusive-11716505 See omn…

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Is Amanda Knox Finally Free? 46:38

2M ago46:38

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Amanda Knox has spent a decade trying to move on after being wrongfully convicted of murder. But over the years, one question lingered - why had the lead prosecutor in her case, Giuliano Mignini, been so determined to vilify her? Recently, she made the bold decision to reach out and ask him herself. On today's show: Amanda tells me about confrontin…

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Amanda Knox Knows What You’re Thinking 44:23

2M ago44:23

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Amanda Knox was just 20 years old when she was found guilty of a crime she did not commit — the murder of her roommate. Amanda spent four years in an Italian prison before she was finally exonerated and allowed to return to her life back home in the U.S. But she soon discovered that that life didn’t exist anymore. Note: this is part one of a two-ep…

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Extreme Makeover: Personality Edition 40:45

3M ago40:45

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Science writer Olga Khazan didn’t really like herself. A self-described neurotic, she tended to fixate on the negative. She assumed she’d always be this way, but then she came across research showing that personality is something you can change. In today's episode, Olga chronicles her year-long journey to "fix" her personality, and invites us to co…

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Arabic Possessive Pronouns (MSA) 1:36

3M ago1:36

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Unlock the Secrets of Arabic Possessive Pronouns Dive into the fascinating world of Arabic possessive pronouns in this episode, where we focus on Standard Arabic (الفصحى). This foundational aspect of the language will empower you to use possessive pronouns confidently and correctly. While our focus is on Standard Arabic, we also acknowledge that co…

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Raising Kids and Businesses in Munich with Gelyn Well 48:50

3M ago48:50

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Gelyn, a mom who moved to Germany at the height of the pandemic in 2020, found herself jobless and very pregnant. Inspired by her daughter (and probably a few hormones), she wrote her first children’s book, "Most of All, You Are Loved," a response to the pandemic, divisiveness, demonstrations, th…

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How to Say No 43:17

3M ago43:17

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Have you ever found yourself saying yes to something you really didn’t want to do? Psychologist Sunita Sah is an expert on why it can be so difficult to say no, especially when our relationships or reputations are on the line. But there's good news! Defiance is actually a skill we can build if we understand the science behind it. Sunita shares a fr…

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Launching an Alpine Yoga Business in Germany with Erin Wilson 51:43

3M ago51:43

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? After a decade as a competitive gymnast in South Carolina, Erin found both excitement and uncertainty in shifting her focus. Her college years, filled with new opportunities and inspiring mentors, led her to discover a passion for yoga and fitness—not just as a student, but as a teacher. A six-mo…

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The Case Against ‘Feeling Your Feelings’ 33:20

3M ago33:20

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Psychologist Ethan Kross wants us to stop thinking about our emotions as either good or bad. Emotions carry valuable information, he says, and they are signals that can help us change our behavior. As an expert in the science of emotions, Ethan shares strategies we can use to reign in our negative emotions when they become more harmful than helpful…

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From Montreal to Frankfurt (and an E-Residency Hack) with Afshan Shamani 45:56

4M ago45:56

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Afshan Samani's journey from Iran to becoming the CEO and co-founder of PinoSell is a masterclass in resilience and innovation. After navigating cultural challenges and personal setbacks, including a broken engagement during her PhD in Canada, Afshan pivoted from academia to a dynamic career in t…

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New Year, Old You? We Got You. 34:03

4M ago34:03

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It’s February – AKA the month when, research shows, we start slipping on our New Year’s resolutions. And so, I’m re-sharing one of my favorite science episodes to help us all get back on track. Behavioral scientist Katy Milkman is an expert on how we can bridge the important gap between who we are right now and who we want to be. She shares a set o…

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Reading Statistical Graphs in Arabic 2:46

4M ago2:46

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Reading statistical graphs in Arabic is quite similar to reading them in English. The main difference is the language of the labels and text. Here are some key points to keep in mind:1. Title and Axis Labels: The title of the graph and the labels on the axes will be in Arabic. Make sure you understand the terms used.2. Direction: Arabic is read fro…

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How To Be A More Trustworthy Person 33:10

4M ago33:10

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Trust is the glue that holds human connection together – but how do we earn it? Rachel Botsman, an expert on trust and human behavior, explores the subtle and powerful signals we send in relationships. Her new audiobook, How To Trust and Be Trusted, is full of insightful lessons, and today, we’re sharing one of our favorites: “How To Be a More Trus…

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Burning thoughts on career transition, solopreneurship and life in Germany with Ricardo Brito 42:54

4M ago42:54

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? “The solopreneur journey really is a mirror that reflects your deepest beliefs, fears, doubts, and limitations. It's a process of growth that forces you to confront not only the external and practical challenges but also the internal ones—those that affect how you see yourself, the world around y…

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BONUS: Make Your Inner Voice Work For You 34:41

5M ago34:41

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Welcome back, Slight Changers! 2025 has already been quite the year. Whew. Because so many of us are feeling overwhelmed, we in the Slight Change family produced a compilation episode with wisdom from our past guests about how we can rethink our inner voice and the sometimes negative things it tells us. This episode tackles topics like rumination, …

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What's ما زال ? 7:13

5M ago7:13

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ما زال: An Arabic phrase that means: still It's used to describe an action or state that is continuing. Here are some practical examples: ما زال المطر ينزل: The rain is still falling. ما زال يعمل في نفس الشركة: He still works at the same company. ما زالت تحب القراءة: She still loves to read. Check out my multilingual books 📚 on Amazon: https://www.…

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ENGLISH ARABIC Mock Interview with Syrian Refugee, Part 1 3:35

5M ago3:35

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Mock interview with a Syrian refugee living in California.

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The fight to keep women's universities in S. Korea; mud and puddles at Congo capital's main market (11/1/2025) 6:24

5M ago6:24

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Afghans, Uighurs, Chechens: the foreign groups that helped HTS sweep to power in Syria (21/12/2024) 5:56

5M ago5:56

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Israel grounds ambulances in Gaza; "green" charcoal to reduce firewood rape in Cameroon (7/12/2024) 5:56

5M ago5:56

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Israel's bombing of Northern Gaza; fighting in Iran's Baluchistan (30/11/2024) 6:29

5M ago6:29

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Far from home: Latin-American soldiers fighting in Ukraine (23/11/2024) 13:02

5M ago13:02

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Sudan: survivors describe RSF rebels' revenge campaign (16/11/2024) 6:21

5M ago6:21

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Kenyan TikToker focuses on textile trade; Orthodox Jews in Côte d'Ivoire (9/11/2024) 7:26

5M ago7:26

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Northern Gaza's "roundabout of death"; Jambo-Lab tackles climate change in DRC (2/11/2024) 5:50

5M ago5:50

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Fringe groups calls for Israeli settlements in Lebanon (19/10/2024) 6:40

5M ago6:40

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Israel's Lebanon offensive: Syrian refugees flee, African maids stranded (12/10/2024) 6:18

5M ago6:18

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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"Morteza's story": Afghan refugees in Iran face mass deportation (28/9/2024) 6:46

5M ago6:46

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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DR Congo: inside one of the world's most crowded prisons (21/9/2024) 6:29

5M ago6:29

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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YouTuber's controversial abortion in South Korea; migrants mock US immigration app (14/9/2024) 6:18

5M ago6:18

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Battle of Tinzawaten: video shows last stand for Russia's Wagner mercenaries in Mali (7/9/2024) 6:06

5M ago6:06

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Bodies in Saudi streets during the Hajj; football offers refuge from violence in Haiti (6/7/2024) 6:25

5M ago6:25

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Fatal dog attacks in Iran; rare video of Indonesian "uncontacted" tribe (22/6/2024) 6:09

5M ago6:09

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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"Vegan" and "Lesik": Ukrainian soldiers on the frontline (15/6/2024) 6:10

5M ago6:10

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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African migrant's firsthand account: arrested and turned back twice (8/6/2024) 6:11

5M ago6:11

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Israeli strikes hit Gaza fishing industry; tracking Pakistan's exotic pet trade (1/6/2024) 6:05

5M ago6:05

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Sudan's rebel RSF take Darfour city; is Israel using "sniper drones" in Gaza? (18/5/2024) 6:25

5M ago6:25

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Migrants from China take the "walking route" to the US (4/5/2024) 6:23

5M ago6:23

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Israel's "Netzarim corridor" cuts Gaza in two; Ecuador villagers protest mine (27/4/2024) 6:00

5M ago6:00

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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How Israeli forces target Gaza cropland; Bahrein's mass amnesty for prisoners (20/4/2024) 6:08

5M ago6:08

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Inside the Myanmar war with "Myanmar Witness" and the Free Burma Rangers (6/4/2024) 6:28

5M ago6:28

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A weekly news show produced with photos, videos and personal accounts from France 24 Observers around the world - all checked by our staff here in Paris.By FRANCE 24 English

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Levantine Arabic for Everyone: A Comprehensive Workbook - 1 7:28

5M ago7:28

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🎙️ Welcome to "Discover the Joy of Learning Levantine Arabic" 🌟 Embark on an enchanting language-learning journey with us! Our special workbook is designed for learners of all ages, aiming to master Levantine Arabic. Inspired by my delightful experience teaching a bright young girl named Ameera, this workbook merges practical lessons with engaging …

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SHU ZAKI or SHU ZAAKI? 2:54

5M ago2:54

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In Levantine Arabic, people say “شو ذكي” (shū zakī) in Levantine Arabic to express admiration for someone’s intelligence. It translates to “How smart!” or “So smart!” and is commonly used in various contexts to compliment someone’s cleverness or smart actions. For example, if someone comes up with a brilliant solution to a problem, you might say “ش…

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