1. The women of the neighborhood have learned
That I keep my companion a secret and companion poorly
١. لقدْ علمتْ نساءُ الحيِّ أني
أُسِرُّ قرينتي وأسوءُ قرني
2. Well-versed in virtues and meanings
Yet little experienced with a cup and vice
٢. خبيرٌ بالمعالي والمعاني
قليلُ الخبرِ في كأسٍ ودَنِّ