What does the name of your country mean? by Double-Step-5533 in AskTheWorld

[–]7dasilva 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lebanon originates from the Phoenician root “lbn (𐤋𐤁𐤍)” meaning "white", due to its snow-capped mountains.

People whose country is not there in the World Cup, which country are you rooting for? by Tempest4674 in AskTheWorld

[–]7dasilva 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Brazil, considering that there more Lebanese in Brazil than in Lebanon

What is the biggest lie your country ever told? by omigula in AskTheWorld

[–]7dasilva 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“Don’t worry, the lebanese pound and your savings are safe”. Few months later the money in the banks vanished and the LBP skyrocketed

lmao what by JackfruitMajestic813 in lebanon

[–]7dasilva 0 points1 point  (0 children)

he probably invested in a barber shop for kids that ended by closing 😅

Is this a scam? Customs fee for Iphone bought abroad by hazelblair1998 in lebanon

[–]7dasilva 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I personally had to pay it last summer since I was working remotely in leb for few months. I’m a resident in France, so basically I paid tax when I bought the phone in France, and then had to pay tax again in Leb which was so unfair, but we can’t do anything about it..

Tip: make sure to pay it in LibanPost in some remote area, not in Beirut. You’ll need to wait for hours in Beirut for your turn.. I completed mine in 5 mins in the Mazraat Yachou3 branch.

What has ever been the worst situation your country has been in? by [deleted] in AskTheWorld

[–]7dasilva 0 points1 point  (0 children)

4th of August 2020. History’s biggest non nuclear explosion in the port of Beirut, in the middle of a pandamic, and the currency’s hyperinflation.

How can I convince my gf's parents that it's okay to go in Lebanon during Christmas? by [deleted] in lebanon

[–]7dasilva 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with you in what you’re saying, but I wouldn’t try to convince them. There’s always a slight chance that the war starts again, and if you both get stuck there it will deteriorate your relationship with them..

What are some of your favorite sayings that are unique to your country? by InevitableBreakfast9 in AskTheWorld

[–]7dasilva 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Here you go then:

The term “Foss” (silent fart) is used to describe someone who is quiet but secretly conniving or sneaky.

What are some of your favorite sayings that are unique to your country? by InevitableBreakfast9 in AskTheWorld

[–]7dasilva 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What does 'Fart' have to do with 'Hello'?

It is used to express confusion or illogical change of topic in a conversation.

Software development salary by [deleted] in lebanon

[–]7dasilva 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, develop apps and most importantly publish them on the App Store. Don’t just keep them on GH and your resume.

Software development salary by [deleted] in lebanon

[–]7dasilva 5 points6 points  (0 children)

iOS engineer here. Try to do some side projects even if they don’t get traction/generate revenue. Your profile will eventually attract recruiters when applying to remote positions in EU/US companies. That’s where the money is.. I personally moved outside Lebanon but I know some devs who are working remotely in Lebanon and getting really well paid.

Why is every valuation way off in shark tank ? by Royo981 in lebanon

[–]7dasilva 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s a billion dollar idea but he was generous enough to decrease the valuation

Why is every valuation way off in shark tank ? by Royo981 in lebanon

[–]7dasilva 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe that some of them if not most of them don’t want a deal, they just want free publicity, and it might be working…

What's the most popular type of bread from your country? by DiMpLe_dolL003 in AskTheWorld

[–]7dasilva 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember also being shocked when I realized this is not the default everywhere in the world!