Balady
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Balady or Baladi is an Arabic
word meaning "native" or "local." It may refer to:
Arabic language
Arabic is a name applied to the descendants of the Classical Arabic language of the 6th century AD, used most prominently in the Quran, the Islamic Holy Book...
word meaning "native" or "local." It may refer to:
- BelediBelediBaladi is a rhythmic style common in Middle Eastern music, and the associated traditional dance raqs baladi.This is the most common rhythm among music used for oriental dancing, including Arabic pop and...
, also called "baladi", a duple meter used in Arabic music; and also rustic or folk tradition music - Baladi cheeseBaladi cheeseBaladi cheese is a soft, white cheese originating in the Middle East. It has a mild yet rich flavor....
, a Middle Eastern feta - Balady citronBalady citronBalady Citron , is a variety of citron, or etrog, grown in Israel for Jewish ritual purposes. Balady is Arabic for "native." Local Arab farmers began using this name in the mid-19th century to distinguish this variety from the Greek citron, which was cultivated along the Jaffa seashore.The Balady...
, a variety of citron in Israel - The Baladi group of Yemenite Jews
- Baladi Music, Urban Egyptian dance music.