LessonsThe Book of Allah and the Particular Expression (Khass)Quiz

Read these four expressions under the source definition:
Zayd — a named individual.
Rajul — a known type-meaning.
Insan — a known genus-meaning.
Thalathah — the fixed number three.

The common feature is a determinate assigned signification. Identifying a khass involves more than recognizing the label: explain what designated meaning the word conveys. The numeral example displays that property especially clearly.

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Worked practice: recognizing khass

The Book of Allah and the Particular Expression (Khass)

Read these four expressions under the source definition:
Zayd — a named individual.
Rajul — a known type-meaning.
Insan — a known genus-meaning.
Thalathah — the fixed number three.

The common feature is a determinate assigned signification. Identifying a khass involves more than recognizing the label: explain what designated meaning the word conveys. The numeral example displays that property especially clearly.