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העלה — meaning in English: bring up
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raised / increased / lifted / brought up (m.s.)
חליפות
khalifot
הותקף
hutkaf
לפיה
lefiha
העלה
he'ela
תושבים
toshavim
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use the word 'העלה' in conversations about raising topics during discussions or meetings. For instance, one might say, 'Can you bring up the budget issues in the next meeting?' It's also common in everyday scenarios, like asking someone to bring up a subject that needs addressing among friends.
Synonyms & nuances
While 'העלה' means 'bring up,' a synonym like 'לדון' (ledun) means 'to discuss.' The difference lies in that 'העלה' implies introducing a topic, while 'לדון' focuses on the act of discussing it in-depth. Choose 'העלה' when you want to initiate a conversation about a new topic.
Culture
'העלה' connects to the Hebrew root א-ל-ה, which broadly encompasses the act of elevating or bringing something into consideration. This word reflects a culture that values dialogue and openness, as bringing up subjects can often lead to meaningful discussions and resolutions in both personal and communal settings.
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