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למשך — meaning in English: For the duration of
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for a period of
כשר
kasher
המיוחדת
ha'meyukhedet
למשך
lemeshekh
בריכות
brekhot
פוליטיות
politiyot
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'למשך' in contexts involving time, such as in legal agreements, scheduling meetings, or discussing project timelines. For example, you might hear it during a business meeting when specifying the duration of a contract or in conversations about how long a vacation will last.
Synonyms & nuances
'למשך' is similar to 'במשך' (bemeshekh), which also means 'for the duration of', but it has a more active connotation, often implying an ongoing process. You might choose 'למשך' when emphasizing the duration more decisively, while 'במשך' can feel a bit more passive.
Culture
'למשך' has roots in the Hebrew root 'משך' (mashakh), which means 'to pull' or 'to extend.' This etymology reflects a physical concept of extending time, making it a crucial term in both everyday conversation and formal agreements. It can often be heard in the context of daily life, such as when people talk about how long a movie lasts or the duration of a class.
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