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הנוסעים — meaning in English: Passengers
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the passengers / the travelers
שקדמה
shekadma
אינה
eina
דווח
duvakh
הנוסעים
hanos'im
לעיני
le'einei
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use the word 'הנוסעים' (hanos'im) when discussing travel, such as at airports, bus stations, or during train announcements. For instance, a ticket agent might say, 'הנוסעים מתבקשים לעבור את הביקורת' ('The passengers are requested to go through security') in a formal context.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'נוסעים' (nos'im), which also means passengers but is used more informally. 'הנוסעים' is often used in official contexts like announcements, while 'נוסעים' might be used in casual conversation.
Culture
'הנוסעים' comes from the root 'נ-ס-ע' which means 'to travel' or 'to carry.' This word reflects the importance of travel in Israeli culture, where public transportation is widely used. The concept of being a passenger connects to the modern Israeli lifestyle, emphasizing community and shared experiences during travel.
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