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לעצמאות — meaning in English: Independence
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to/for the independence
הנהיג
hinhig
לעצמאות
la'atsma'ut
ידידי
yedidai
המספרים
hamesaprim
ועם
ve'am
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neutral
common
Usage
The word 'לעצמאות' (la'atsma'ut) is frequently used during national celebrations, particularly on Yom Ha'atzmaut, Israel's Independence Day. Native speakers might also use it in discussions concerning personal autonomy or self-determination in both formal speeches and casual conversations.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'חירות' (cherut), which translates to 'freedom.' While 'לעצמאות' specifically refers to independence, often in a political or national sense, 'חירות' encompasses a broader notion of liberty, including personal and social freedoms. You might choose 'לעצמאות' when discussing a nation's status rather than individual rights.
Culture
'לעצמאות' is not just a term for independence; it embodies the spirit of a nation that has fought for its freedom. The word traces its roots back to the Hebrew root 'עצם' (atzem), which means 'to be' or 'to exist,' emphasizing the very essence of being independent. Israel's journey to independence in 1948 has made this word a powerful symbol of national pride and resilience.
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