riedha ħobla u tredda'

Maltese

Etymology

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

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

Verb

ried ha ħobla u tredda’

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

Usage notes

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

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