Meaning
Indicates that a very small amount or nothing but a certain thing is left.
Cultural Background
In the Levant, people often use 'ما ضل غير' instead of the formal version. Formal MSA is preferred in business settings in the Gulf. Egyptians might say 'مفيش غير' for this context. Often influenced by French structures, but MSA remains the standard for writing.
Watch the grammar!
Always remember to drop the final letter of the verb after 'لم'.
Meaning
Indicates that a very small amount or nothing but a certain thing is left.
Watch the grammar!
Always remember to drop the final letter of the verb after 'لم'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the verb.
لم _____ سوى دقيقة واحدة.
After 'لم', the weak verb loses its final vowel.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesلم _____ سوى دقيقة واحدة.
After 'لم', the weak verb loses its final vowel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but mostly in formal or professional contexts.
Related Phrases
ما بقي إلا
synonymNothing left except
