This is the 23rd most frequent Hebrew word.
שלא
"That not" or "which not."
In this sentence, 'שלא' is used as a conjunction introducing a negative expectation or wish, followed by an action that someone else should take.
אני רוצה שלא תאחר לפגישה.
I want that you do not be late to the meeting.
Here, 'שלא' introduces a negative reported speech or thought, indicating what was said will not occur.
הוא אמר שלא יבוא היום.
He said that he will not come today.
In this sentence, 'שלא' introduces a negative directive or instruction, referring to the condition that should be met.