كلا
Root entry · 6 derived lemmasThe root كلا primarily functions as a particle in Classical Arabic, serving various emphatic and prohibitive roles. It is often used to affirm or deny, similar to 'nay' or 'indeed', and can also act as a connector or a term of emphasis.
Derived headwords
- 1.Indeed / Nayclassical
Used as an emphatic particle, often to affirm or deny strongly, similar to 'nay' or 'indeed'. It can also serve as a connector.
- 2.Connection / Affirmationclassical
Can function as a particle connecting clauses or affirming a preceding statement.
- 1.Prohibition / Deterrenceclassical
Used to deter or forbid, acting as a strong negative imperative or warning.
- 1.Confirmation / Verificationclassical
Employed to confirm or verify a statement, adding certainty.
- 1.Connection to subsequentclassical
Serves as a connector or link to what follows it in the sentence.
- 1.Interjection / Oathclassical
Used as an interjection, often in oaths, to express strong emotion or affirmation.
- 1.Nay / Yes (to negative)classical
A particle used to affirm a preceding negative statement, equivalent to 'nay' or 'yes' in response to a negative question.