בחלקם — meaning in English: Some of them

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Guess the translation for in part / in their part / [in] their share

ללון

lalun

ואֹמר

ve'omer

במסגרתו

bemisgarto

סנטימטרים

sentimeterim

בחלקם

bekhelkam

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Usage

The word 'בחלקם' is commonly used in conversational Hebrew when discussing groups, such as in family gatherings or meetings where some members have different opinions. For instance, one might say, 'בחלקם לא מסכימים עם ההחלטה,' meaning 'Some of them do not agree with the decision,' during a discussion about a community issue.

Synonyms & nuances

'בחלקם' can be compared to the phrase 'חלקם' which translates simply to 'some.' However, using 'בחלקם' emphasizes a subset of a larger group, making it more specific in contexts where distinguishing between members is important. You might prefer 'בחלקם' in formal statements or detailed narratives.

Culture

'בחלקם' stems from the root חלק, which means 'part' or 'portion.' This word reflects the importance of community and consensus in Israeli culture, where group dynamics often shape decision-making processes. Interestingly, the concept of 'some' can vary widely in Hebrew culture, where collective opinion can be just as significant as individual viewpoints.

FAQ

Q.What does 'בחלקם' mean in English?

'בחלקם' translates to 'some of them' in English and is used to refer to a specific portion of a group.

Q.How do you use 'בחלקם' in a sentence?

You can use 'בחלקם' in sentences where you want to specify that only some individuals from a group are being discussed. For example, 'בחלקם מהתלמידים לא הגיעו לכיתה,' meaning 'Some of the students did not come to class.'

Q.What are common mistakes when using 'בחלקם'?

A common mistake is to confuse 'בחלקם' with 'כולם' (everyone). While 'בחלקם' refers to a subset, 'כולם' includes the entire group. Make sure you are clear about which portion of the group you are referring to.

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