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ללכת — meaning in English: go
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to walk / to go
הבעיה
habe'aya
ללכת
lalekhet
בכנפיו
bikhnafav
הקבורה
hakvura
לעת
le'et
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informal
very common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'ללכת' (lalekhet) in everyday conversations when discussing plans, travel, or moving from one place to another. For instance, a friend might say, 'Let's go to the market,' using it casually when making plans with others.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'הולך' (holekh), which carries a similar meaning but is often used in more specific contexts, like describing someone who is walking. You would choose 'ללכת' (lalekhet) when talking about the act of going, especially in broader or more casual terms.
Culture
'ללכת' (lalekhet) has deep roots in Hebrew and reflects a fundamental concept of movement in both a physical and metaphorical sense. Over time, it has evolved to not only indicate physical walking or going somewhere but also signifies moving forward in life or making decisions.
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