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להפוך — meaning in English: to flip
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to invert / to convert / to turn / to become / to transform
המושא
hamusa
להפוך
lahafokh
כפי
kapi
המוזיקה
hamuzika
תהיה
tihiye
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neutral
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers commonly use 'להפוך' (lahafokh) in everyday situations when discussing cooking, such as flipping pancakes or turning over vegetables in a pan. It’s also used in dialogue when talking about changing one’s perspective or situation, as in 'to flip one's opinion' on a topic during casual conversation.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'לשנות' (leshanot), which means 'to change.' However, 'להפוך' conveys a more physical action, like flipping an object, whereas 'לשנות' is more abstract and can apply to ideas or plans. You would choose 'להפוך' when you want to emphasize the action of flipping something over.
Culture
'להפוך' has a fascinating etymology rooted in the Hebrew verb system. It not only means 'to flip' but can also express the concept of transformation, which resonates deeply in Israeli culture that values adaptability and change. An interesting anecdote is that in a culinary context, 'להפוך' can evoke images of family gatherings where food is at the center, connecting people through shared meals.
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