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מכן — meaning in English: Then
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of that / from then / of you (f.pl.)
צריכות
tsrikhot
בשיחה
besikha
בעלות
ba'alut
תרגום
targum
מכן
miken
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers use the word 'מכן' (miken) in a variety of contexts, particularly when narrating events or making logical connections in conversations. For example, if someone shares a story about their day and concludes with a decision they made based on that experience, they might say, 'מכן, אני אקנה את זה' (Then, I'll buy it). It's often used in both casual and more structured dialogues.
Synonyms & nuances
'מכן' can be compared to 'אז' (az), which also means 'then.' While 'אז' is often used in casual speech, 'מכן' can carry a slightly more formal connotation, making it suitable for both narrative and scholarly contexts, emphasizing clarity in reasoning.
Culture
'מכן' has roots in classical Hebrew and has been a staple in both spoken and written forms of the language. Interestingly, the use of 'מכן' can also reflect a moment of transition or a turning point in a narrative, making it not just a temporal marker but a connector of thoughts and actions across contexts.
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