Quick Answer & Pronunciation Breakdown
In Tunisian Arabic (Tounsi / Derja), the word for “sweater” is marioul ghshin.
Arabizi / Chat Spellings: marioul ghshin, marioul 8shin
How to Pronounce Each Sound
- gh (غ (ghayn)) — Raise the back of the tongue toward the roof of the mouth and vibrate air, like a French 'r' in 'rouge'. Example: ghadwa
- sh (ش) — 'sh' sound as in 'sharp' or 'fish'. Example: shÄ’ar
- r (ر) — Tapped or rolled 'r' with the tip of the tongue. Example: ras
Found in Tounsi in Black & White (9. Clothing (Ħawéj), p. 39) by Paul R. Beeman (“Am Paul”) & Khaled Arres.
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