رُبَّ

Meaning

Rarity - perhaps, sometimes Abundance - many a Other possible renderings: possibly, probably, by chance

Notes

Rubba رُبَّ is a Harf Jarr; it is indeclinable and built upon the fathah. It is followed by an indefinite noun in the genitive case and typically appears at the beginning of a sentence or clause. Rubba رُبَّ may indicate either التقليل or التكثير according to context. Indicating Rarity (التقليل): رُبَّ ضَارَّةٍ نَافِعَةٌ - Sometimes a harmful thing can be beneficial. Indicating Abundance (التكثير): رُبَّ عَالِمٍ مُتَفَوِّقٍ -How many a brilliant scholar there is!