This is the 45th most frequent Hebrew word.
אל
The Hebrew word "אל" can mean "to," "towards," or "god/deity" depending on context.
In this sentence, 'אל' is used as a preposition meaning 'to', indicating direction or destination.
הלך אל החנות לקנות ירקות.
He went to the store to buy vegetables.
Here, 'אל' is used as a negative imperative, meaning 'do not', to instruct someone not to do something.
אל תפחד מהחושך.
Do not fear the dark.
In this example, 'אל' is used as a preposition meaning 'to', suggesting a relation towards someone or something.