ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Bada'

Bada' is a special word that means something is uncertain or unknown. Imagine if you were playing a guessing game and you didn't know the answer, you would say "bada'!" That means you don't know the answer and you need more clues.

The word "bada'" is often used in Islamic law to describe situations where people don't know or are uncertain about something. For example, if someone borrows money from another person and they're not sure when they'll be able to pay it back, they might say "bada'" because they're unsure of the future.

It's important to remember that bada' doesn't mean you can just make things up or guess randomly. It's more like saying "I'm not sure, I need more information" and being honest about what you don't know. So if you're ever unsure about something, don't be afraid to say "bada'" and ask for help!