Meaning
Expressing that there is no other option or course of action available.
Cultural Background
Often replaced by 'ما باليد حيلة' in daily speech. People might say 'غصب عني' (against my will) to express the same feeling. Uses formal Arabic in media, so this phrase is very common on TV. Often uses French-influenced structures, but this phrase remains the formal standard.
Focus on the 'إلا'
Don't forget the 'إلا'. It is the key to the meaning.
Meaning
Expressing that there is no other option or course of action available.
Focus on the 'إلا'
Don't forget the 'إلا'. It is the key to the meaning.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
لا يسعني _____ أن أتعجب من ذكائه.
The phrase is 'لا يسعني إلا أن'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesلا يسعني _____ أن أتعجب من ذكائه.
The phrase is 'لا يسعني إلا أن'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt's a bit formal, but acceptable if you are being dramatic or funny.
Related Phrases
ما باليد حيلة
synonymThere is no trick in the hand.
