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נמכר — meaning in English: Sold
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was sold (m.s.)
נמכר
nimkar
כוחות
kokhot
חרות
kherut
נודע
noda
בעודו
be'odo
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use the word נמכר (nimkar) in everyday conversations about buying and selling goods, real estate, or even services. For example, you might hear it when discussing a house that has recently been sold or when someone talks about a popular item in a store that quickly sold out.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'מכר' (makar), which also means 'sold.' However, נמכר (nimkar) is often used in a passive context, indicating that something has been sold, while מכר (makar) is typically used actively when someone is selling something. For instance, you would use נמכר to describe an item that is no longer available for purchase.
Culture
The word נמכר (nimkar) derives from the root N-M-R, which is associated with trade and transactions in Hebrew. Interestingly, the concept of selling and buying is deeply embedded in Israeli culture, where markets and street vendors play a significant role in daily life. In ancient times, selling goods was a communal activity, often taking place in bustling marketplaces that were central to social interaction.
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