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למאסר — meaning in English: To prison
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to incarceration
למאסר
le'ma'asar
האיזוטופים
ha'izotopim
הרושם
haroshem (n.)
בצעדים
bits'adim
הגמד
hagamad
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formal
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use 'למאסר' in legal contexts, such as discussing a court verdict or sentencing. For example, one might say, 'הוא נשלח למאסר לשנה' (He was sentenced to a year in prison) during conversations about crime and punishment.
Synonyms & nuances
'למאסר' is closely related to 'כלא' (ke'lah), which means 'prison.' While 'כלא' refers more to the physical place of incarceration, 'למאסר' emphasizes the action of being sent to prison. Thus, you would use 'למאסר' when discussing the act of sentencing.
Culture
'למאסר' derives from the root מ-ס-ר, which is associated with confinement. This word embodies the historical context of imprisonment, reflecting societal views on justice and rehabilitation in Israel, especially in the wake of various political and social movements. Interestingly, the concept of imprisonment has evolved significantly over the years in Israeli society, often sparking debates about human rights.
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