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מדי — meaning in English: every
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בהחלט
behekhlet
משרות
mishrot
בעבודתו
be'avodato
מדי
madei
המשוכה
hamesukha
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers use 'מדי' in everyday conversation to express the idea of 'every' in various contexts, such as discussing routines or habits. For instance, one might say, 'אני הולך לשוק מדי יום' (I go to the market every day), emphasizing the regularity of the action.
Synonyms & nuances
While 'מדי' translates to 'every,' another similar word is 'כל' (kol), which means 'all' or 'every.' The subtle difference lies in usage; 'מדי' is often used with time phrases, while 'כל' is more generalized and can refer to groups or categories.
Culture
'מדי' has roots in the Hebrew biblical texts, where it often appears to convey concepts of regularity and universality. Interestingly, it reflects the cultural importance of consistency in daily life, as many Hebrew speakers value routine and tradition.
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