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מספרים — meaning in English: Numbers
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בשמיכה
basmikha
לאיש
le'ish
ניסויים
nisuyim
מספרים
misparim
הכוללים
hakolelim
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neutral
very common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers frequently use the word מספרים (misparim) in a variety of contexts, such as in educational settings when teaching mathematics to children, or during everyday conversations when discussing ages, prices, or dates. For instance, you might hear a parent say, 'הילד שלי יודע לספור מספרים עד עשרים' (My child can count numbers up to twenty).
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym to מספרים is 'מספר' (mispar), which means 'number' in a singular form. While 'מספרים' refers to multiple numbers, you would use 'מספר' when talking about a single digit or figure, such as 'המספר שלי הוא חמש' (My number is five).
Culture
The Hebrew word מספרים (misparim) is derived from the root ספר (safar), which means 'to count' or 'to tell.' Numbers play a significant role in Hebrew culture, particularly in religious contexts, such as the counting of the Omer or in the Jewish calendar. Interestingly, the structure of Hebrew numbers often reflects a deeper spiritual significance, such as the number seven symbolizing completion.
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