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להגיש — meaning in English: to submit
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to serve / to submit / to present
המרכזית
hamerkazit
משחת
mishkhat
להגיש
lehagish
דוגמאות
dugma'ot
במצעד
bemits'ad
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formal
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers commonly use 'להגיש' in formal settings, such as when submitting a job application, legal documents, or academic papers. It's also used in informal contexts like handing in homework or a proposal during group projects.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'להעביר' (le'avir), which means 'to transfer' or 'to pass.' While 'להגיש' emphasizes the act of formally submitting something for consideration, 'להעביר' can apply to a more general transfer of items or information without the formal connotation.
Culture
'להגיש' comes from the root 'גיש' (gish), which relates to approaching or bringing something forward. In Israel, the act of submitting is not just a bureaucratic necessity; it's often tied to personal aspirations, such as students submitting their college applications, which can feel like a pivotal moment in their lives.
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