لولا
Root entry · 6 derived lemmasThe root 'لولا' primarily functions as a conditional particle expressing 'if not for' or 'were it not for,' indicating that the absence of one thing prevents the occurrence of another. It can also be used for exhortation, reproach, or even as a negative particle.
Derived headwords
- 1.if not forboth
A particle used to express a conditional relationship where the existence of one thing prevents the occurrence of another. It implies a hypothetical situation.
- 2.were it not forboth
Used to introduce a condition that, if not met, would lead to a different outcome. It highlights the dependency of one event on the presence of another.
- 3.why notboth
Used for exhortation or urging someone to do something, often directed at a present tense verb.
- 4.why didn'tboth
Used for reproach or blame, typically directed at a past tense verb, questioning why something was not done.
- 5.notclassical
In some contexts, it can function as a negative particle, similar to 'lam' (لم), indicating negation.
- 1.were it not for meboth
A specific form of the conditional particle 'lā' (لولا) when referring to the first person singular.
- 1.were it not for himboth
A specific form of the conditional particle 'lā' (لولا) when referring to the third person masculine singular.
- 1.were it not for herboth
A specific form of the conditional particle 'lā' (لولا) when referring to the third person feminine singular.
- 1.were it not for you (pl.)both
A specific form of the conditional particle 'lā' (لولا) when referring to the second person plural.
- 1.were it not for themboth
A specific form of the conditional particle 'lā' (لولا) when referring to the third person plural.