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הדברים — meaning in English: Things
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the words / what was said / the things / the items / the matters
ציבוריים
tsiburiyim
בעובדה
be'uvda
ראשו
rosho
ואל
ve'el
הדברים
hadvarim
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neutral
very common
Usage
Native speakers commonly use the word 'הדברים' (hadvarim) in everyday conversations to refer to various physical objects or abstract concepts. For example, someone might say, 'הדברים האלה חשובים' (These things are important) when discussing items needed for a project. It’s also frequently used in philosophical discussions about life and existence, such as 'הדברים שלא נבין' (The things we do not understand).
Synonyms & nuances
'הדברים' is often synonymous with 'חפצים' (hefetzim) which means 'objects' in Hebrew; however, 'חפצים' refers specifically to tangible items, while 'הדברים' can encompass both tangible and intangible concepts. You would choose 'הדברים' when discussing a broader range of topics or ideas.
Culture
'הדברים' is a plural form of 'דבר' (davar), which means 'thing' or 'word' in Hebrew. The word has deep cultural significance as it appears in many Hebrew texts, including religious scripture where it often symbolizes the complexities of life and existence. A fun fact is that in conversational Hebrew, this term has been used humorously to refer to 'stuff' in a casual context, reflecting the versatility of the Hebrew language.
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