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בקשר — meaning in English: In touch
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in connection / in relation / in contact / regarding
באורח
be'orakh
בקשר
bekesher
כוללת
kolelet
התאחדו
hit'akhadu
שאלת
sha'alt
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neutral
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use the word בקשר in both personal and professional contexts. For example, someone might say, 'אני בקשר עם חברים ישנים' (I am in touch with old friends) when discussing maintaining relationships, or in a workplace setting, 'אני בקשר עם הספקים שלנו' (I am in touch with our suppliers) to highlight communication with business partners.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'להתעדכן' (lehita'aden), which means 'to update.' While בקשר focuses more on the act of staying connected or in touch, להתעדכן emphasizes the idea of exchanging new information or updates. Use בקשר when speaking about ongoing relationships and מתעדכן when discussing information sharing.
Culture
The word בקשר has roots in the Hebrew word קשר, meaning 'connection' or 'tie.' Its use reflects the importance of relationships in Israeli culture, which places high value on maintaining personal and professional networks. Interestingly, during the 1970s, the phrase 'בקש קשר' became popular as a catchphrase in Israeli pop culture, emphasizing the importance of staying connected.
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