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כאלה — meaning in English: Such
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like these / like those / such
ועקב
ve'akav
לפירוק
leperuk
כאלה
ka'ele
כוללות
kolelot
הררי
harari
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'כאלה' in everyday conversations to describe specific types of people or things that share certain characteristics. For example, one might say, 'אני אוהב ספרים כאלה' (I love books like those) when discussing preferred genres or styles. Additionally, it can be found in more informal settings among friends or family when expressing preferences or comparisons.
Synonyms & nuances
'כאלה' is similar to the word 'כמו' (kmo), which means 'like'. However, 'כאלה' specifically points to a category of things with shared characteristics, while 'כמו' is more about direct comparisons. Use 'כאלה' when you want to classify something within a broader context rather than merely drawing likeness.
Culture
The word 'כאלה' traces its roots back to Biblical Hebrew, where it was used to denote objects or people of similar kinds. In modern Hebrew, it reflects a broader usage, connecting people to shared experiences or qualities, making it a staple in both casual and formal conversations. Interestingly, this word can also be a way to emphasize the uniqueness of a scenario, as in 'there are no such people' when speaking of rare traits.
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