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): /ˈrɪː.daˈħɔb.lawˈtrɛd.da/
Verb
riedha 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.