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המזכירים — meaning in English: The secretaries
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that remind (m.pl.) / the secretaries (m.)
במישור
bamishor
המתיישבים
hamityashvim
למקור
lamakor
המזכירים
hamazkirim
בנגיף
benagif
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neutral
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers commonly use המַזְכִּירִים (hamazkirim) in professional settings, such as offices and government institutions, to refer to secretaries or administrative personnel. For example, during a team meeting, a manager might say, 'Let's ask the המַזְכִּירִים to organize the schedule for next week.'
Synonyms & nuances
While you might encounter the term פקיד (pakid), meaning 'clerk,' המַזְכִּירִים specifically emphasizes the role of secretaries in organizing and managing tasks rather than just clerical work. If you want to highlight someone responsible for administration and communication, use המַזְכִּירִים.
Culture
The word המַזְכִּירִים is derived from the root זכר (zakar), which means 'to remember.' This connection highlights the role of secretaries as memory keepers, tasked with managing important information. Historically, secretarial duties have evolved from manual record-keeping to digital documentation, reflecting broader changes in workplace technology.
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