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

riedha ħobla u tredda’

1. (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.