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סביר — meaning in English: Likely
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reasonable / likely (m.s.)
סביר
savir
משני
mishni
נהרסו
nehersu
הסיפורים
hasipurim
נכנס
nikhnas
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'סביר' (savir) in discussions about probabilities, such as predicting the weather or making plans. For example, you might hear someone say, 'החום בקיץ סביר שיגיע' (It's likely that the heat will come in the summer) when discussing the weather forecast.
Synonyms & nuances
'סביר' (savir) is similar to 'אפשרי' (efsari), meaning 'possible.' However, 'סביר' carries a stronger implication of likelihood or probability, whereas 'אפשרי' simply states that something is possible without any indication of how probable it is. This makes 'סביר' a go-to word when you want to express a certain expectation.
Culture
'סביר' (savir) is derived from the root word 'ס-ב-ר' which relates to the concept of probability or estimation. In Israeli culture, it's common to use this term when casually evaluating situations, reflecting a practical approach to decision-making. This word exemplifies how the Hebrew language balances formality and everyday conversation.
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