By Marsha Tayyab, Arbab Ibrahim, Hiba Asad Wasti, Mehma Khan and Yamna Masood
There are days when getting out of bed can become the most difficult task of the century. And why not, who would want to leave their bed for a boring family meet-up? It’s times like these when you actually need a superhero. However, us Pakistanis found a unique solution to this problem as well; ‘desi excuses’. These excuses are used most when you don’t feel like doing anything and want to enjoy peaceful time, preferably with a cup of tea in one hand and the television remote in the other. Pakistanis have left no excuse in this world to escape such situations.
Here are ten of the most commonly used excuses that are best suited when dodging a situation;
1. “Yar, Phupho arahi hain aaj” (My Aunt is coming today)
A relative’s arrival from abroad is considered to be one of the best excuses of all times. It is unarguable and avoids details. Moreover, the best excuse that you can come up with is picking your aunt from the airport.
2. “Boss ki call ayi thi, office jana parai ga” (I’ve just been called for work):
This is universally the best spin-off that can be used on any occasion. It requires zero effort. All you have to do is to ask a friend to fake call as your boss, and make it seem convincing enough to escape the venue.
3. I’ll ask my ammi (mom) and tell:
Moms are saviours. Period. Whether it’s unwanted friends inviting you over, savings not meeting the consequences or an event that does not electrify the mood – ammi is there to save the day!
4. “Haalaat kharab hain” (The situation of the city is not stable):
You know that you have come up with an astounding trip that your friends can use as a source of relaxation, but then comes the friend who will always remind you that the situation of the city does not suit your plan. There goes your dream to enjoy, to forget your past and to capture some remarkable pictures for the gram!
5.“Tyre puncture hogaya tha” (My tyre got punctured):
There are few things you can always be certain about when making plans with a Pakistani friend who drives. The most commonly used excuse is always a flat wheel. Blame the bumpy roads and you’re off to go.
6. “Phone nahi check kia tha maine” (I didn’t check my phone):
This excuse is probably the one that is globally used, but it’s a particularly favourite for most Pakistanis. You’ll hear it in offices, universities and even at home. It’s simple and adapts to all situations.
7. “Mood sahi nahi tha” (I wasn’t in a good mood):
An excuse that will annoy you yet render you speechless all at the same time. Your only logical response to it could be asking the person what happened, and in that lies the beauty of this excuse.
8. “Traffic mai phasa hua tha” (I got stuck in traffic):
Whatever it is that you’re running late for, a bad traffic jam is the perfect excuse to avoid trouble. The best part about the excuse is that it isn’t even a lie in Pakistan!
9. “Meri dadi bohat bemaar hain” (My grandmother is terminally ill)
Sadly, people these days tend to use grandparents as an excuse. Telling people that your grandparent is ill or needs you to look after is surely a sympathetic excuse to use most of the times.
10. Be honest:
Being a Pakistani this can be best done when you're out of excuses. This might be a lifesaving option, as you wouldn't have to worry about being caught. All you have to do is to play smart, know the best cover-up and when to spill the beans.
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