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לגנוב — meaning in English: steal
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to steal
עני
ani
יריב
yariv
מחבר
mekhaver
היחיד
hayakhid
לגנוב
lignov
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neutral
very common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers commonly use the word 'לגנוב' (lignov) in everyday conversations when discussing theft or dishonest behavior. For instance, one might say, 'מישהו גנב לי את הספר' (Someone stole my book) when lamenting a lost item, or in a legal context when talking about crimes involving theft.
Synonyms & nuances
'לגנוב' (lignov) specifically refers to the act of stealing, while terms like 'לפקח' (lefaqach) can mean to take without permission in a more casual context. You'd use 'לגנוב' when discussing actual theft or criminal activity, whereas 'לפקח' might apply to minor issues like borrowing without asking.
Culture
'לגנוב' (lignov) comes from the root 'גנב' (ganav), which means 'thief.' Interestingly, in Israeli culture, discussions around theft are often tied to discussions about honesty and integrity, reflecting societal values that place a high premium on trustworthiness. The word has also evolved to include metaphorical uses, such as 'stealing someone's time' when someone feels ignored or neglected.
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