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לרוח — meaning in English: space out
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to a wind / to/for a spirit
לרוח
leru'akh
לכולם
lekulam
סרטן
sartan
פה
pe
מימי
mimei
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informal
common
Usage
Native speakers use 'לרוח' in informal conversations, often to describe moments when someone is daydreaming or not paying attention. For instance, during a casual chat among friends, one might say, 'He spaced out during the meeting' to highlight a friend's distraction.
Synonyms & nuances
'לרוח' is closely related to the Hebrew word 'לשקוע' (lishko'ah), which means 'to sink.' While both convey a sense of distraction or losing focus, 'לרוח' emphasizes a more whimsical or light-hearted drifting away of attention, whereas 'לשקוע' might imply a deeper, more serious withdrawal.
Culture
'לרוח' has its roots in the Hebrew word for 'wind' (רוח), capturing the idea of thoughts drifting away like leaves in the breeze. It's often associated with the lightheartedness of youth, evoking a sense of carefree dreaming that resonates in many Israeli songs and stories.
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