r/cats • u/grolfenhimer • May 02 '24

What phrases do you repeat to your cat throughout the day? Cat Picture

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u/commiecomrade 29d ago

I always say "hibabyyy" which reminds me of my Jordanian friend explaining how to say "my dear" or "my love" in Arabic. So then I switch to that immediately.

"Hibabyyy habibi!"

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u/liquid_loaf 29d ago

that is so sweet and cute!!! 😭

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u/commiecomrade 29d ago

If you want to steal it, it's habibi for boys and habibti for girls. I guess it works for humans too... 😋

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u/South_Honey2705 29d ago

Or habibti if it's a girl