10 Things Only True Maltese Will Understand

Being Maltese isn’t just about having a Maltese ID card or a love for the sun — it’s a way of life.
A mixture of humour, drama, pride, and a good dose of "m'hemmx x'tagħmel."

If you know, you know.

Here are 10 things only true Maltese will understand:

1. Giving Directions Without Street Names

"Mur dritt, imbagħad iddur ħdejn is-siġra u tarah..."
We don’t need street names. Landmarks (even ones that no longer exist) are enough.

2. Pastizzi Are Sacred

Crispy, oily, flaky — and worth the calories.
Arguing over which pastizzeria is best is basically a national sport.

3. Festa Fireworks Are a Personality Trait

If your village doesn’t have the loudest fireworks, did it even festa?

4. "I'm Coming Now" Means... Eventually

When a Maltese person says "ġej issa," you might still have time for a coffee, a shower, and a Netflix episode.

5. Complaining About Traffic Is a Bonding Ritual

Sliema at 5 PM? Good luck.
The only thing more Maltese than being stuck in traffic is complaining about it — loudly.

6. We Celebrate EVERYTHING

Birthdays? Anniversaries? Namedays? Your cat's birthday?
We’ll find a reason to party.

7. English, Maltese… and a Little Bit of Italian

"Uwejja mamma, dai!"
A true Maltese conversation can flip languages three times in one sentence.

8. Sunday Lunch Is a Sacred Event

Cancel all plans.
There’s no skipping nonna’s pasta — even if you’re full for three days afterward.

9. The Art of the Dramatic "Ajma!"

Used for everything from stubbing your toe to hearing shocking gossip.
(See our full breakdown on Ajma!)

10. We Take Pride in Being... Well, Us

Small island? Big heart. Bigger attitude.
There’s nothing quite like Maltese stubbornness, generosity, and humour rolled into one.

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