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הקמת — meaning in English: Establishment
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(the) establishment of
הקמת
hakamat
האדונים
ha'adonim
העור
ha'or
לתוכנית
latokhnit
ובנו
uvno
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formal
common
Usage
The word הקמת (hakamat) is commonly used in discussions about the establishment of organizations, institutions, or even countries. For example, you might hear it in a formal setting when discussing the founding of the State of Israel or the establishment of a new nonprofit organization during a meeting.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'ייסוד' (yesod), meaning 'foundation.' While both terms imply starting something new, הקמת (hakamat) often refers to the act of officially setting something in motion, whereas ייסוד (yesod) can imply a more philosophical or conceptual foundation.
Culture
The root of הקמת (hakamat) comes from the Hebrew verb 'לקום' (lakum), which means 'to rise' or 'to get up.' This reflects a deep cultural significance in Hebrew, where the act of establishment often symbolizes a new beginning or a resurgence of identity, especially in the context of Israeli history and the founding of the state in 1948.
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