Arabic Word · Intermediate
تلهى
to amuse oneself, to pass the time (بِ (bi) with)
Pronunciation: /ta.lah.haː/
Meaning
to amuse oneself, to pass the time (بِ (bi) with)
Example
أَمَّا مِرْوَانَ فَقَدْ أَخَذَ يَتَلَهَّى بِقَصْفِ عُودٍ جَافٍّ
As for Mirwan, he had begun to amuse himself by breaking a dry stick.
Practice tips
- Practice تلهى out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Arabic word is for intermediate-level learners.