tina_ch
Swiss looking for information about Malta
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About me
Swiss
Lives in Basel
Speaks german, english
Registration: 26 January 2013
My wife and I would like to learn conversational Maltese
"F'Malta agħmel kif jagħmlu l-Maltin" :-))) Read More
My wife and I would like to learn conversational Maltese by Digital UK Nomad
We are now living in Malta and are looking to learn conversational Maltese. Does anybody have any recommendations and or experience in learning Maltese? We live in Bahar ic-Cagahaq and expecting to pay for a good tutor.
so do i,but now i learn maltese from you tube and instagram and blue bird app.i plan to live in malta.i move next year.Bonġu, kif int? :-) How is this blue bird app? How much does it cost? Can you please tell me about? Grazzi ħafna Read More
My wife and I would like to learn conversational Maltese by Digital UK Nomad
We are now living in Malta and are looking to learn conversational Maltese. Does anybody have any recommendations and or experience in learning Maltese? We live in Bahar ic-Cagahaq and expecting to pay for a good tutor.
yes, that's what I experienced too. But those I knew better and for a longer time and those who knew that I was learning Maltese also answered me in Maltese. Read More
My wife and I would like to learn conversational Maltese by Digital UK Nomad
We are now living in Malta and are looking to learn conversational Maltese. Does anybody have any recommendations and or experience in learning Maltese? We live in Bahar ic-Cagahaq and expecting to pay for a good tutor.
Il-lejla t-tajba u tmiem il-ġimgħa sabiħ :-) I am not a native speaker, can't really speak Maltese, but could help with grammatical issues. Tislijiet Read More
Learn Maltese language and culture - Why not? by clintonxuereb
A basic course held this summer introducing adult foreigners to the Maltese Language and Culture. More details to follow for those of you who are interested. To show that you are interested just reply to this topic and will get back to you. - Thanks
I am interested, however this summer I can not. Next year might be possible, depending on the time and duration. Read More
How much Maltese language should I learn? by conchbe
Hiya everybody! :) I'm pretty sure that this question has been asked before - but I can't find it here on ExPat... I am planning a [u]reconnaissance trip to Malta and Gozo [/u]in September or October 2017. Will probably stay 4 ...
Maltese songs and stories for kids: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3V_jfpCRG-EHA2K37HFRDiBzqFKUsDoS Read More
How much Maltese language should I learn? by conchbe
Hiya everybody! :) I'm pretty sure that this question has been asked before - but I can't find it here on ExPat... I am planning a [u]reconnaissance trip to Malta and Gozo [/u]in September or October 2017. Will probably stay 4 ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=261OoBDrCXQ :) have fun :) Read More
learning Maltese by Rushie
Hi folks, I really would like to learn Maltese. I work in English but the majority of my colleagues are Maltese and I would like to understand this language. We can make a language exchange for example. I speak as well French and Dutch. If you ...
Isma' Isma! :-)* Is Maltese difficult to learn? Yes and no! Depends on you! Think positive and it's not difficult! Living in Malta with Maltese neighbours, friends, and colleagues, an "open, curious ear", and maybe some ... Read More
learning Maltese by Rushie
Hi folks, I really would like to learn Maltese. I work in English but the majority of my colleagues are Maltese and I would like to understand this language. We can make a language exchange for example. I speak as well French and Dutch. If you ...
Għażiż Charlo, could you send me the info on learning Maltese, too? Grazzi ħafna ! Il-Milied it-Tajjeb u ħafna risq għas-Sena l-Ġdida. Read More
Learning Maltese? by RoyR5085
I am just curious but as expat learnt the Maltese language since moving to Malta or using the language in every day life...do the Maltese people have an expectation that you should do?
The effort to learn Maltese (or anything else) is as much worth as you value it! What others do or expect should not be of much relevance for your wishes/needs/desire. Read More
Earth tremor! Did anyone else feel it?
Here you will find some ... Read More
greatmalta.com by tina_ch
Does anybody know the website "greatmalta.com"? Can one trust this site? Thank you, any advice is appreciated. tina
Thank you, for all your thoughts and advices, I found them very helpful, and I very much appreciate your interest. There is no hurry, I still have time to make a decision, find something else or even better, search for the original provider. Read More
greatmalta.com by tina_ch
Does anybody know the website "greatmalta.com"? Can one trust this site? Thank you, any advice is appreciated. tina
Thank you Redmik. I have no experience at all with online shopping! Therefore my question, to those who are accustomed to online shopping: Would you recommend to trust this website or not? Read More
greatmalta.com by tina_ch
Does anybody know the website "greatmalta.com"? Can one trust this site? Thank you, any advice is appreciated. tina
Thanks for your answers. "Buyer beware is always a good stance." Exactly! That's why! I dont like the idea to pay them a 'deposit' and never again hear of them. If I knew there are some who made good experience with this website, I would consider ... Read More
greatmalta.com
Does anybody know the website "greatmalta.com"? Can one trust this site? Thank you, any advice is appreciated. tina Read More
Teaching exercise to music
Il-Ħamis, 20 ta Frar 2014; TVM l-aħbarijiet: 36% tal-Maltin huma ħoxnin iżżejjed. Thursday, 20 February 2014; TVM news: 36% of Maltese are obese. Therefore I suppose the Maltese would like/need some exercises :-))) Read More
Learning the Maltese language in the UK by MGrima
Hi all - I'm half Matlese, British born, living in Kent, working in central London. I really want to learn the language but can't find lessons in and around the London/ Kent area. I've searched online for the past couple of years but nothing ever ...
Hi John You may have a look at these sites. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maltese_language http://aboutmalta.com/language/maltesegrammar.htm#gen http://aboutmalta.com/language/survival.htm Read More
Learning the Maltese language in the UK by MGrima
Hi all - I'm half Matlese, British born, living in Kent, working in central London. I really want to learn the language but can't find lessons in and around the London/ Kent area. I've searched online for the past couple of years but nothing ever ...
Hi Lorna, għandi pjaċir ħafna li "niltaqa' miegħek" :-))). Ħadt gost ħafna ħafna li sibt il-ktieb tiegħek! Grazzi. I found your book in Valletta last year and got very excited, I went through all the ... Read More
MT84MALT011000012345MTLCAST001S
Thank you Redmik, yes this makes sense. Malta lesta għall-futur! Il-futur magħha. :-))) Read More
MT84MALT011000012345MTLCAST001S
Just out of curiosity :-))) Does anybody know why Malta needs/wants/has with 31 digits - the longest IBAN Number (next are Mauritius and Kuwait with 30 digits). Malta, 31 digits: MT84MALT011000012345MTLCAST001S France, 27 digits: ... Read More
Possible transfer to Basel-advise needed
Hi Trice, will you work in a company? Ask them first, some do have possibilities for child care. Good luck :) Read More
Fireworks again???? by gabrio
hello guys, We are about 3-4 weeks in Malta and I think they have done fireworks and firecrackers like 10 times already... is there any particular reason for doing that so often? how about using some of the fireworks' money to do some more ...
A contribution out of history. Here you will find a report, already 10 years old but somehow still current. The second link will give you the explanation to the 'Mickey Mouse land' mentioned in the first link. ... Read More
Having several opportunities I don't know what to do... by Kuchi
Hello, As a young French guy, I'm working in a specific field into computer science and until now, I was convinced my only chances to leave Paris was to work abroad. I was particularly interested by Switzerland for several reasons (environment, ...
Well after few days thinking about it I finally understood it is completely a personal choice so I don't know if someone could help us in our dilemma. You considered all important points!!! You are not careless!!! You cannot blame you not be able to ... Read More
Having several opportunities I don't know what to do... by Kuchi
Hello, As a young French guy, I'm working in a specific field into computer science and until now, I was convinced my only chances to leave Paris was to work abroad. I was particularly interested by Switzerland for several reasons (environment, ...
Just a few thoughts and arguments to think about. You have to make the score and the decision. Thats not easy, and one can never be sure. I wish you all the luck.:):):) 1. French company offered me to stay working for them at distance in the ... Read More
Having several opportunities I don't know what to do... by Kuchi
Hello, As a young French guy, I'm working in a specific field into computer science and until now, I was convinced my only chances to leave Paris was to work abroad. I was particularly interested by Switzerland for several reasons (environment, ...
Did you consider the thoughts, the wishes of the mother of the baby? What about the thoughts and the wishes of your family (parents, brothers, sisters. . . )? Read More
Moving in Switzerland
Look here: tel.search.ch/?name=marketing&misc=marketing Quite e few have indicated their website. Send your application (by email) to those you like. Good luck. Read More
job,work, languages
Try these: http://tel .search.ch/?was=sprachschule&firma=1 http://www. jobs.ch/en/suche/Catering-Food-Tourism/126/0 http://www. indeed.ch/Stellen?q=receptionist&l= good luck Read More
Have you learnt the maltese language? by JayJay1970
Hi guys I have started learning maltese and am having a lot of fun doing it I thought it would be much more difficult for an old un but I'm really enjoying it. I'm only on the basics so far and wouldn't even consider trying to converse yet but ...
Mingħandi wkoll. Auguri f' għeluq sninek! :) Happy Birthday Redmik Read More
Have you learnt the maltese language? by JayJay1970
Hi guys I have started learning maltese and am having a lot of fun doing it I thought it would be much more difficult for an old un but I'm really enjoying it. I'm only on the basics so far and wouldn't even consider trying to converse yet but ...
Hi Jay, Not 'learned', still learning (it's a long way to go)! Beneficial outcomes? Keeps your brain going ;-) and you have more possibilities to take part in the Maltese life. In short, makes your (Maltese) life more interesting. Read More
Learning the Maltese language in the UK by MGrima
Hi all - I'm half Matlese, British born, living in Kent, working in central London. I really want to learn the language but can't find lessons in and around the London/ Kent area. I've searched online for the past couple of years but nothing ever ...
Hi MGrima, Ive the same problem, courses are not really to expect. Private tuition hard to find. Here a few books: Antoinette Camilleri: Merħba Bik to me, not really helpful. The book itself doesnt have a key, nearly no English ... Read More
lime tree
Hi everybody Does anyone know where I could buy a (small) lime tree? Preferably between Msida and Mosta, accessible by bus (no car available). Thank you. Wishing you a nice day. tina Read More
English-education studies for foreigners / Etudes pour étrangers
Maybe this helps, good luck. http://engsem.unibas.ch Read More
Maltese: il-fajl mehmuż by tina_ch
Hi everybody, Is il-fajl mehmuż correct for the attached file? And niżżel il-fajl mehmuż for download the attached file? Thank you, I am so grateful for your answers. Tina
Thank you lambada. @ redmik Sure Ive been there and I do use this translation tool, but you cant count on that. I already found quite wrong translations. Tina Read More
Maltese: emmen and ħaseb
Thanks, to all of you. Your responses are very much appreciated. Tina Read More
Maltese: il-fajl mehmuż
Hi everybody, Is il-fajl mehmuż correct for the attached file? And niżżel il-fajl mehmuż for download the attached file? Thank you, I am so grateful for your answers. Tina Read More
Maltese: emmen and ħaseb
Hi everybody, there is emmen and ħaseb. What is the difference between the two, a context in which one can be used but not the other one and vice-versa? Sometimes they seem to be interchangeable and sometimes not, but I don't really ... Read More
Maltese: Korea ta' Fuq
Grazzi ħafna Lambada. Nice afternoon Tina Read More
Maltese: Korea ta' Fuq
Hi everybody, may I ask, do you write "Korea ta' Fuq" or "Korjea ta' Fuq"? I've seen "Korjea ta' Fuq", however this looks peculiar to me. Thank you Tina Read More
mosquito trap by giusidda
found this on fb ..thought i'd share LEARN TO MAKE A SIMPLE MOSQUITOES TRAP : Using chemical mosquito repellents available in the market, has serious harmful effects on human brain and lungs. Instead make your own Mosquito trap at home. The ...
Hi Giuseppina Cant try it yet. Its still far too cold for mosquitos? Down to 0° C in the coming night brrrrrrr. I'd wish to be in Malta. Will give you my feedback when the mosquitos arrived. Take care Tina Read More
mosquito trap by giusidda
found this on fb ..thought i'd share LEARN TO MAKE A SIMPLE MOSQUITOES TRAP : Using chemical mosquito repellents available in the market, has serious harmful effects on human brain and lungs. Instead make your own Mosquito trap at home. The ...
Sounds great! Will try it! Grazzi Tina Read More
Mould by TheDarkman
Two questions.............. 1. How do you avoid it? I've been here for almost three months now. I took a years contract on what will hopefully be a nice place in the summer, but at the moment the only way to describe it is HORRIBLE. I made what is ...
Hi Aulikki This is very interesting! This method I could use as well. How often do you change it? How do you dispose this cat litter? Do you dehumidify it? Thank you for your reply. Tina Read More
Maltese: jiżboq ? by tina_ch
Hi everybody In the following sentence I dont know the "infinitive" (Mamma tal-verb) of jiżboq. Can anybody help? Would be great and very much appreciated. Thank you. [b][i]L-2012 tagħlaq b' defiċit li jiżboq ...
Thanks to all of you! I do appreciate your help and participation. Makes me feel less lost :-))). In the meantime I found following solution/explanation. jiżboq is wrongly spelt. It should be jisboq. The mamma being sebaq. The explanation is ... Read More
Maltese: jiżboq ? by tina_ch
Hi everybody In the following sentence I dont know the "infinitive" (Mamma tal-verb) of jiżboq. Can anybody help? Would be great and very much appreciated. Thank you. [b][i]L-2012 tagħlaq b' defiċit li jiżboq ...
Thank you Mark, for your help, very much appreciated. Yes, you are right, żebaq seems not to exist, could not find it either. I'll keep looking and will inform you if I found some solution/explanation. Read More
Maltese: jiżboq ?
Hi everybody In the following sentence I dont know the "infinitive" (Mamma tal-verb) of jiżboq. Can anybody help? Would be great and very much appreciated. Thank you. L-2012 tagħlaq b' defiċit li jiżboq it-3%. Tina Read More
search the forum by tina_ch
Hi everybody, can you help please? I cant find any search the forum function. Thanks a lot Tina
Thanks a lot, both of you. Now I think I will manage ;-))) Tina Read More
search the forum by tina_ch
Hi everybody, can you help please? I cant find any search the forum function. Thanks a lot Tina
Thank you Julien, This means there is no search forum only function. I have to search by google, adding something like 'expat-blog malta'. Right? Read More
search the forum by tina_ch
Hi everybody, can you help please? I cant find any search the forum function. Thanks a lot Tina
Thank you Julien, However on my very top right (apart from the menu bar etc.) there is Profile, Contacts, and Inbox. Below different languages And below them Google search And below again Post new topic. Nothing else (on the right top ... Read More
search the forum
Hi everybody, can you help please? I cant find any search the forum function. Thanks a lot Tina Read More
Learning Maltese by Dave&Rea
Can anyone point us in a good direction for websites/books/online etc for learning the basics of maltese language. I have found some short videos on you tube but none of the uk librarys, amazon or waterstones stock books.
Hi Charlo, Inti bomba!!! Grazzi ħafna. You are great, thank you. L-għalliem l-aħjar ta Malti li qatt qabel ma ltqajt. The best Maltese teacher Ive ever met. Grazzi ħafna, li tagħmel sforz biex tgħini. Thank you for ... Read More
Learning Maltese by Dave&Rea
Can anyone point us in a good direction for websites/books/online etc for learning the basics of maltese language. I have found some short videos on you tube but none of the uk librarys, amazon or waterstones stock books.
Għażiż Charlo No, I dont mind at all. I think its great! Ħadt gost ħafna li jikkoreġili iż-żbalji tiegħi. Nista nistaqsi jekk jogħġbok, dwar il-konjugazzjoni ta paċpaċ: jiena ... Read More
Learning Maltese by Dave&Rea
Can anyone point us in a good direction for websites/books/online etc for learning the basics of maltese language. I have found some short videos on you tube but none of the uk librarys, amazon or waterstones stock books.
Grazzi ħafna Chseychell. Thank you very much Chseychell. Le, ma ikkonfondejtni l-ebda. Fhimtu is-spjegazzjoni tiegħu. No, Im not confused. I understood your explanation. Il-lejl it-tajjeb. Good night. Read More
Learning Maltese by Dave&Rea
Can anyone point us in a good direction for websites/books/online etc for learning the basics of maltese language. I have found some short videos on you tube but none of the uk librarys, amazon or waterstones stock books.
Hi chseychell Thank you for your offer to help with the language. May I ask you? "Kemm għandek żmien?" Means: "How old are you?" Now my question is: "Kemm għandek ħin?" Does this mean: "How much time do you have?" (If this ... Read More
Learning Maltese by Dave&Rea
Can anyone point us in a good direction for websites/books/online etc for learning the basics of maltese language. I have found some short videos on you tube but none of the uk librarys, amazon or waterstones stock books.
Book: http://www.ebook3000.com/Learn-Maltese--Why-Not-_44055.html with excercises and key. Read More
Passion Pictures at Easter
https://sites.google.com/site/maltesetraditions/maltese-easter-traditions From Palm Sunday till Good Friday traditional Jewish Passover Meal tables, decorative tables with plates representing popular symbols from the bible and the passion of Christ ... Read More
Learning Maltese
Thanks Redmik, there are many words and sentences to learn ;-))) Read More
Learning Maltese ? ! by tina_ch
Hi everyone ! Is there anybody learning Maltese? May I join with you? Would you like to join with me? Learning Maltese together? Share our experience, learning method, difficulties, grammar, and ? (By email, as I dont live in Malta.) Let ...
Thank you Popova, I will keep MCAST in mind. Read More
Learning Maltese ? ! by tina_ch
Hi everyone ! Is there anybody learning Maltese? May I join with you? Would you like to join with me? Learning Maltese together? Share our experience, learning method, difficulties, grammar, and ? (By email, as I dont live in Malta.) Let ...
Hi Holger, Thanks for your reply, very much appreciated. Im sorry to hear that this course is not as good as it could be. But as you said there are not many alternatives. One has to make the best of it. I don't want to trouble you, but may I ... Read More
Learning Maltese ? ! by tina_ch
Hi everyone ! Is there anybody learning Maltese? May I join with you? Would you like to join with me? Learning Maltese together? Share our experience, learning method, difficulties, grammar, and ? (By email, as I dont live in Malta.) Let ...
;-))) Any fellow learner very much appreciated ;-))) Nobody learning Maltese? Sharing experiences? Motivating one another? Read More
National News in English by GuestPoster566
Is there a TV channel that broadcasts Malta national news in English please?
lol only if you know what they are saying LOL! ? Dizzjunarju - Dictionary ? ! Read More
National News in English by GuestPoster566
Is there a TV channel that broadcasts Malta national news in English please?
Thank you Redmik, This site looks good. Knowing all this words and sentences you already can start small talk ;-))) ! Read More
National News in English by GuestPoster566
Is there a TV channel that broadcasts Malta national news in English please?
The Malti News do have subtitles, in Maltese. Good way to learn new words ;-))) Read More
National News in English by GuestPoster566
Is there a TV channel that broadcasts Malta national news in English please?
I just watched this news. Was a matter of two minutes. Read More
National News in English by GuestPoster566
Is there a TV channel that broadcasts Malta national news in English please?
Dont think so. Wouldnt that be a good reason to learn Maltese ;-))) ? Read More
Arborist required by brayster99
Does anyone know a good arborist (tree surgeon) in Malta, they would need to be a professional with excellent rope skill, not just a butcher with a chain saw. I suspect such a person doesn't exist. thanks, Joe
Hi Joe, go to (or call) one of those gardens. They should be able to help you with more information. Argotti Botanical Gardens Buskett Gardens Elysium Visitor Centre & Tree Nursery Gardjola Gardens Għadira Nature Reserve Hastings Gardens ... Read More
What's the main language there by shoutit
If I'm going to work on IT in Zurich whats the most valuable language I should learn. I already speak english very well. My doubt is would it be german or french?
There are four national languages of Switzerland: German, French, Italian, and Romansh. See: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romansh_language Read More
Learning Maltese ? ! by tina_ch
Hi everyone ! Is there anybody learning Maltese? May I join with you? Would you like to join with me? Learning Maltese together? Share our experience, learning method, difficulties, grammar, and ? (By email, as I dont live in Malta.) Let ...
Yes, I will, one day ... Ġurnata waħda ! u mbagħad irrid npaċpaċ bil-Malti ;-))) Read More
Learning Maltese ? !
Hi everyone ! Is there anybody learning Maltese? May I join with you? Would you like to join with me? Learning Maltese together? Share our experience, learning method, difficulties, grammar, and ? (By email, as I dont live in Malta.) Let ... Read More
Closest German immigration office to Basel?
Hi Jordachio, you dont need somebody to translate for you. They know English and can help you. Just to make sure, you could call them first Tel. (from Basel) 0049 7621 415 643 and make an appointment with an English speaking person there. Good ... Read More
Closest German immigration office to Basel?
Hi Jordachio, you will find the Ausländerbehörde in Lörrach, not really far away from Basel, you can go there by train, Basel SBBZell (Wiesental) (S6). Zimmer 3.11. Luisenstrasse 16, 79539 Lörrach Monday: 8:00 - 12:00 Tuesday: 8:00 - ... Read More