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Urdu frequency list

No. 293 in Urdu

ا

The Urdu word "ا" is the first letter of the Urdu alphabet, equivalent to the sound "A" in English.

In a sentence

  • میں کالج جا رہا ہوں، ا وہاں میرا ایک دوست ہے۔

    I am going to college, as my friend is there.

    Here, 'ا' is used as a conjunction similar to 'as' or 'because'.

  • ا وہ لڑکا بڑا خوش اخلاق ہے۔

    Oh, that boy is very polite.

    In this sentence, 'ا' is an exclamatory particle, expressing surprise or attention.

  • یہ کتاب ا بچوں کے لئے بہترین ہے۔

    This book is especially great for children.

    Here, 'ا' functions as an emphatic indicator, emphasizing suitability.

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