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לבקשת — meaning in English: At request
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to the request of
לבקשת
levakashat
שנתן
shenatan
ויצאה
veyats'a
מסכת
masekhet
כדרך
kederekh
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formal
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use 'לבקשת' in formal settings, such as during official meetings or in written correspondence when responding to a request. For instance, you might hear it in a business email stating, 'לבקשתך, אני מצרף את המסמך,' meaning 'At your request, I am attaching the document.'
Synonyms & nuances
'לבקשת' is often used in more formal contexts compared to the word 'בבקשה' (bevakasha), which simply means 'please.' While 'בבקשה' is used in everyday requests, 'לבקשת' adds a layer of formality and is more suitable for written communication or formal dialogues.
Culture
'לבקשת' comes from the root verb 'לְבַקשׁ' (levakesh), which means 'to request' or 'to ask.' This word reflects the importance of politeness and formality in Hebrew culture, especially in business and official communications where respecting requests is paramount. Interestingly, in traditional Jewish texts, similar phrases are often used to convey respect and deference in conversations.
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