כדורי — meaning in English: spherical

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Guess the translation for spherical / round

העתיד

ha'atid

זרועות

zro'ot

העקורים

ha'akurim

כדורי

kaduri

שהתנגדו

shehitnagdu

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Usage

Native speakers often use the word כדורי in contexts such as describing shapes in geometry or discussing spherical objects in everyday life, such as balls or globes. For instance, a teacher might say, 'the כדורי shape of a soccer ball is crucial for its performance in games.'

Synonyms & nuances

While כדורי specifically refers to a spherical shape, the word עגול (agol) can also denote roundness. However, עגול may be used in a more general sense, whereas כדורי is strictly about three-dimensional spherical forms. You would choose כדורי when precision in three-dimensionality matters.

Culture

The word כדורי is derived from the Hebrew root 'כדור' which means 'ball' or 'sphere.' Symbolically, spheres have often been associated with perfection and completeness in various cultures. This reflects in the Jewish tradition where the globe is seen as a representation of the world and unity.

FAQ

Q.What does כדורי mean in English?

The Hebrew word כדורי translates to 'spherical' in English. It's used to describe something that is perfectly round and three-dimensional.

Q.How do you pronounce כדורי?

כדורי is pronounced as 'kaduri.' The stress is typically placed on the second syllable, making it sound like 'ka-DOO-ree.'

Q.Can כדורי be used in a figurative sense?

Generally, כדורי is used in a literal sense to describe shapes. However, in creative contexts, it can be used metaphorically to discuss ideas of wholeness or completeness, similar to how one might discuss 'circle of life.'

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