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חלקם — meaning in English: Some of them
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their share / some of them
חלקם
khelkam
ונפלו
venaflu
מברק
mivrak
השיבו
heshivu
הסבר
hasber
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neutral
common
Usage
The word חלקם (khelkam) is commonly used in conversations when discussing groups or collections of people or items, particularly in settings like family gatherings, educational discussions, or casual chats among friends. For instance, one might say 'חלקם מהחברים שלי הגיעו למסיבה' (Some of my friends came to the party) to specify a subset of attendees.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'חלק' (khelak), which simply means 'part' without the implication of plurality. While both terms refer to a portion, חלקם emphasizes a specific segment of a larger group, making it more suitable in contexts where you want to stress that only some individuals are involved.
Culture
The term חלקם (khelkam) is derived from the root word חלק (khelak), meaning 'part' or 'portion,' which reflects the Hebrew language's affinity for roots to convey complex ideas. In Israeli society, discussing groups and subsets is common in both social and political contexts, highlighting the importance of community and belonging.
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