This is the 2429th most frequent Arabic word.
قبالة
"قبالة" means "opposite" or "in front of" in English, depending on context.
In this sentence, 'قبالة' is used to indicate position or location, meaning 'across from'.
يقع المتجر قبالة المكتبة.
The shop is located across from the library.
Here, 'قبالة' describes a physical placement or direction, meaning 'in front of'.
جلسنا قبالة النار لنستمتع بالدِّفء.
We sat in front of the fire to enjoy the warmth.
In this context, 'قبالة' is used to denote proximity to a location, meaning 'off' or 'near' in a maritime context.