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להורג — meaning in English: Executed
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execution / putting to death
להורג
[hotsa'a] lahoreg
נובע
nove'a
נפגשו
nifgeshu
צעירי
tse'irei
אדומה
aduma
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formal
intermediate
Usage
The term להורג (lahoreg) is commonly used in legal and historical discussions, particularly in the context of criminal justice or discussions about capital punishment. Native speakers might use this word when talking about historical figures who were executed or in debates about the morality of the death penalty.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'נשפט למוות' (nishpat le-mavet), which means 'sentenced to death.' While להורג specifically refers to the act of execution, the former phrase emphasizes the judicial process leading to that finality. You would use להורג when discussing the act itself rather than the legal proceedings.
Culture
The word להורג (lahoreg) has deep roots in Hebrew literature and law, reflecting ancient practices of justice in biblical times when capital punishment was more commonly accepted. In modern Israel, the complexity surrounding this term is often tied to political discussions about justice and human rights, making it a significant part of contemporary discourse.
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