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Transportation is one of the most important parts of daily life in Saudi Arabia. Whether you are going to work, visiting a friend, taking Uber, riding in a taxi, or trying to find a place, you need simple phrases that help you move without confusion. This chapter gives you the Saudi Arabic you need when asking for directions, talking to drivers, explaining your location, and solving problems on the way. You do not need long or complicated sentences. You need clear words that people use every day. In this chapter, you will learn how to ask: “Where is it?” “Is it near or far?” “Go straight.” “Turn right.” “Stop here.” “Drop me here.” “This is the location.” “The driver is late.” “The location is wrong.” These phrases are useful because transportation conversations are usually quick. Drivers and people giving directions often use short, direct expressions, so understanding them will make your trips easier. You’ll learn to: Ask for directions clearly Understand right, left, straight, and near Speak with taxi or Uber drivers Give your location Explain landmarks Ask someone to stop or wait Handle wrong routes, traffic, or delays Practice these phrases with the audio and repeat them until they feel natural. Yalla, let’s move around Saudi with confidence.
Asking Directions
Asking for Directions
وينه؟
Where is it?
waynah
Confirming Directions & Polite Start
كذا صح؟
Is this right?
kitha sah
Taxi / Uber
Navigating & Giving Directions
كمل قدام
Go forward
kammil qeddam
Ride Updates & Stops
وصلنا؟
Have we arrived?
wasalna
Giving Location
Basic Directions & Describing Location
على طول
Straight
ala tool
Travel Problems
General Problems & Directions Issues
ما عرفت الطريق
I couldn’t find the way
ma araft a-tareeq
Car Problems & Services
السيارة خربت
The car broke down
a-sayyarah kharrabat6
Fuel & Emergency Help
أبي اعبي بنزين
I need to fill up the tank
abee aabbi banzeen