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להאמין — meaning in English: to believe
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to believe
הזדמנות
hazdamnut
בין
Ben
להאמין
leha'amin
כמובן
kamuvan
חייבת
chayevet
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'להאמין' in conversations about faith, trust, or conviction. For example, you might hear it in a discussion about religion, when someone expresses their belief in a certain doctrine, or in a more casual setting when discussing personal goals and aspirations, such as believing in oneself.
Synonyms & nuances
While 'להאמין' means to believe in something, a close synonym 'לסמוך' (lesamech) means to trust. You would choose 'להאמין' when discussing belief in ideas or concepts, while 'לסמוך' is more appropriate when referring to reliance on a person or an object.
Culture
'להאמין' stems from the root א-מ-ן (A-M-N), which is about faith and trust. This root is also found in the Hebrew word 'אמונה' (emunah), meaning faith. The concept of belief is deeply woven into Jewish culture, influencing everything from religious practices to daily life, where the phrase 'אני מאמין' (Ani ma'amin) translates to 'I believe' and is often used to express personal conviction or hope.
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