At the Bazaar
| German | Egyptian Arabic | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| How much? | بكام؟ | Bikam? |
| This is too expensive | ده غالي | Da ghali |
| Can you make it cheaper? | ممكن أرخص؟ | Mumkin arkhas? |
| I'm just looking | بتفرّج بس | Batfarrag bass |
| I don't want this | مش عايز ده | Mish ayez da |
| Last price | آخر كلام | Akher kalaam |
| Agreed! / Deal! | !تمام | Tamam! |
| I'll come back | هرجع تاني | Harga' tani |
💡 Tipp
"La, shukran" (No, thank you) is your most important phrase in Egypt. Say it kindly but firmly — and move on. If you stop and discuss, you signal interest and the negotiation begins.