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יורדת — meaning in English: Descending
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goes down / comes down / descends / decreases (f.s.)
יורדת
yoredet
ברחובות
berekhovot
השיט
hashayit
עצמית
atsmit
מגדלים
megadlim
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neutral
common
Usage
The word יורדת (yoredet) is commonly used in everyday conversation when discussing physical movement, such as going down stairs or descending a hill. It can also be used metaphorically, for example, when talking about a decline in mood or a decrease in quality, often in casual settings among friends or family.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym for יורדת is 'יורד' (yored), which is the masculine form of the verb. While 'יורדת' is specifically feminine and is used in contexts where the subject is feminine, 'יורד' would be used for a masculine subject. Choosing between them depends on the gender of the subject you are referring to.
Culture
The Hebrew root of יורדת (yoredet) comes from the root י-ר-ד, which means 'to go down'. This word is frequently associated with various cultural phrases and expressions in Hebrew, symbolizing not just physical descent, but also spiritual and emotional journeys. For instance, in religious texts, descending can refer to divine intervention in a metaphorical sense.
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