لكنه

This is the 284th most frequent Arabic word.


لكنه

"But he" or "but it" (depending on context).


The word 'لكنه' is used here as a conjunction to introduce a contrasting statement.

كنت مستعدًا للذهاب، لكنه طلب مني الانتظار.

I was ready to go, but he asked me to wait.


In this sentence, 'لكنه' contrasts between appreciating a positive aspect while mentioning a negative one.

الطعام كان لذيذًا، لكنه كان ينقصه بعض التوابل.

The food was delicious, but it lacked some spices.


Here, 'لكنه' signifies a contrast between liking something and identifying its drawbacks.

أحببت الرواية، لكنه توجد بعض الانتقادات عليها.

I liked the novel, but there are some criticisms of it.