Pronunciation: [kˈadabɹə] (IPA) 
The word "kadabra" is often misspelled as "abra kadabra." The correct spelling of the word is "abracadabra," which is used as a magical incantation. It is pronounced /ˌæbrəkəˈdæbrə/ according to the IPA phonetic transcription. The word's origin can be traced back to Aramaic, and it was used as a charm for healing and warding off evil spirits. Today, the word is commonly associated with magic tricks and illusions performed by magicians.
Kadabra is a noun, famously known as a Pokémon character in the popular franchise. Outside of the Pokémon universe, kadabra does not hold any dictionary definition or recognized meaning. The term is solely associated with the fictional creature Kadabra, characterized as a Psychic-type species resembling a bipedal creature with psychic abilities.
In Pokémon lore, Kadabra is known for its distinctive appearance, consisting of a primarily yellow body with a spoon-shaped protrusion on its forehead. It has heightened psychic powers, including the ability to bend spoons and control telekinetic energy. Kadabra evolves from the Pokémon Abra and can further evolve into Alakazam with trade and exposure to a specific item.
The term kadabra is often used colloquially and informally to refer to the particular Pokémon character or other Pokémon-related contexts, such as trading cards, video games, or animated series. It does not have an independent meaning within general usage or lexicons.
It is important to note that the dictionary definition of kadabra, outside of the Pokémon franchise, is non-existent.
The word "kadabra" is derived from the phrase "Abracadabra". The etymology of "Abracadabra" is ancient and somewhat uncertain. It is believed to have originated from Aramaic or Hebrew, with various theories suggesting different origins:
1. Aramaic: Some scholars propose that "Abracadabra" comes from the Aramaic term "Avrah Kehdabra", which means "I create as I speak" or "I will create as I speak". This theory suggests a magical or incantation-like meaning.
2. Hebrew: Another possibility is that "Abracadabra" is derived from Hebrew, specifically the phrase "abreg ad habrachah", which translates to "strike dead with your lightning". This interpretation aligns with the idea of a magical utterance that commands power.
3. Gnostic Origins: Some theories link "Abracadabra" to the Gnostic belief system.
