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לאפשר — meaning in English: enable
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to enable / to facilitate
לאפשר
le'afsher
ההצבעה
hahatsba'a
המועד
hamo'ed
צלחתי
tsalakhti
ואכל
ve'akhal
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'לאפשר' in both formal and informal settings. For instance, in a business meeting, one might say 'הצעה זו תאפשר לנו להגדיל את המכירות' (This proposal will enable us to increase sales). In everyday conversations, someone might express that a certain app 'מאפשרת קנייה מקוונת' (enables online shopping).
Synonyms & nuances
'לאפשר' is closely related to 'העניק' (hanik), which means 'to grant.' While both terms convey the idea of making something possible, 'לאפשר' often implies providing the means or tools for something to happen, whereas 'העניק' generally suggests giving a gift or bestowing something to someone.
Culture
The Hebrew word 'לאפשר' comes from the root 'א-ש-ר', which conveys the idea of making something possible. In Israeli culture, enabling opportunities is a significant theme, especially in the context of fostering innovation and technology. It’s often used in discussions about empowering individuals, whether in education or business.
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