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לעלייה — meaning in English: Immigration
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to/for the raising / to/for the increase / to/for the immigration
כולם
kulam
קטנה
ktana
לעלייה
la'aliya
הדורות
hadorot
בבקר
baboker
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use the word 'לעלייה' in discussions about immigration, particularly when referring to the Jewish immigration to Israel. You might hear it in conversations about family reunifications, government policies on immigration, or community meetings focused on supporting new immigrants.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'הגירה' (higira), which simply means 'migration.' However, 'לעלייה' is specifically tied to Jewish migration to Israel and has a more emotional and historical connotation that makes it the preferred choice in discussions about this topic.
Culture
'לעלייה' stems from the Hebrew root 'עלה,' meaning 'to ascend' or 'to go up,' which reflects the historical context of Jewish immigration to Israel as a metaphorical ascent to a homeland. This word carries deep cultural significance as it embodies the hopes and dreams of many Jewish populations seeking refuge and establishing a new life in Israel, especially after centuries of diaspora.
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