No. 1,578 in Arabic
وإنما
"وإنما" means "but rather" or "however."
In a sentence
أنا لا أحب القطط، وإنما أحب الكلاب.
I do not like cats; rather, I like dogs.
Used to introduce a contrasting statement or choice.
ليس الهدف المال، وإنما السعادة.
The goal is not money; rather, happiness.
Highlights the actual intent or subject after dismissal of another.
الكتاب ليس صعبًا للقراءة، وإنما يحتاج إلى التركيز.
The book is not difficult to read; rather, it requires focus.
Clarifies the actual nature of something against a misconception or misunderstanding.
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