Expressions Jordanians Will Hear When They’re Abroad

Whether you’re traveling for work or leisure, you’re bound to hear these things about Jordan culture!

1. So what’s “jamid”?

Well, jamid is one of the tastiest foods you’ll ever taste, and it’s mansaf’s best friend!

2. I’ve only tasted mansaf with chicken

Oh dear, we take mansaf very seriously and it’s made with meat. We take these things to heart!

3. What’s knafeh khechneh?

We feel sorry that you’ve only known one type of knafeh!

4. Can you bring me zaatar next time?

Don’t you just love gifting bags of zaatar to relatives abroad?

5. Jordan is on my list of countries to visit!

We get too excited and start telling them the great things about our country!