كافٍ
As much as is needed; enough for a particular purpose.
Examples
3 of 5لا توجد أدلة كافية لدعم هذه النظرية.
There is not enough evidence to support this theory.
هل الميزانية كافية لتغطية التكاليف؟
Is the budget sufficient to cover the costs?
أحتاج إلى قسط كافٍ من النوم.
I need a sufficient amount of sleep.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Café'. You only need a 'Sufficient' amount of coffee to wake up.
Quick Quiz
لم يكن الوقت _______ لإكمال الامتحان.
Correct!
The correct answer is: كافياً
Examples
لا توجد أدلة كافية لدعم هذه النظرية.
academicThere is not enough evidence to support this theory.
هل الميزانية كافية لتغطية التكاليف؟
businessIs the budget sufficient to cover the costs?
أحتاج إلى قسط كافٍ من النوم.
everydayI need a sufficient amount of sleep.
يجب توفير موارد كافية للمستشفيات.
formalSufficient resources must be provided to hospitals.
خلاص، هذا كافٍ بالنسبة لي.
informalEnough, this is sufficient for me.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
هذا كافٍ
that's enough
بما فيه الكفاية
sufficiently / enough
حد كافٍ
sufficient level
Often Confused With
Kathir means many/much, while Kafin means enough (it could be a small amount as long as it meets the need).
Usage Notes
The word 'Kafin' drops its 'ya' at the end when it is indefinite and in the nominative or genitive case.
Common Mistakes
Learners often write 'Kafi' (كافي) instead of 'Kafin' (كافٍ) in formal writing.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Café'. You only need a 'Sufficient' amount of coffee to wake up.
Word Origin
From the root K-F-Y (كفى) meaning to be enough.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
لم يكن الوقت _______ لإكمال الامتحان.
Correct!
The correct answer is: كافياً
Related Vocabulary
More general words
عاقبة
B1A result or effect of an action or condition, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.
عَقَبَة
B2A hurdle or obstacle that prevents progress or makes it difficult. Often used in TOEFL to describe challenges in scientific research or historical progress.
يحقق
B1To achieve a goal, to realize an ambition, or to investigate a matter. In academic Arabic, it is frequently used to discuss reaching results or fulfilling objectives.
تحقيق
B1The act of achieving a goal, or a systematic investigation to establish facts (like a police investigation or research inquiry).
اقتناء
B2The act of acquiring or possessing something, often used for valuable items like books, art, or property.
نشاط
B1A thing that you do for interest, enjoyment, or to achieve a particular goal. It also refers to the state of being active or having energy.
إضافي
B1More than what is usual, expected, or existing; extra.
إضافة
B1The action or process of adding something to something else. It can also refer to the thing that is added to improve or increase something.
أدوات
B1Implements or devices used to perform a particular function. It can refer to physical tools or digital/abstract resources.
اكتسب
B1To obtain or acquire a skill, quality, or asset; to gain something through effort or experience.
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