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تبا

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root appears to relate to concepts of destruction, ruin, and perishing. It can also denote a curse or malediction, wishing such an outcome upon someone or something.

Derived headwords

تَبَّverb
  1. 1.
    to perishboth

    To be destroyed, ruined, or to come to a bad end. This is often used in a context of divine punishment or severe misfortune.

  2. 2.
    to be cursedboth

    To be subjected to a curse or malediction, to be condemned.

تَبًّا لَكَnoun
  1. 1.
    destruction to youclassical

    An expression of cursing or condemnation directed at someone, wishing them ruin or destruction.

Parallel reading

تبا إذا غزا وغنم وسبى.
He perished if he raided, gained spoils, and took captives.