I'm learning
עברית
שיצאו — meaning in English: Out
sheyats'u · Learn this word with quizzes, examples and more on Maspeak.
Guess the translation for
that/who went out / that/who came out (pl.)
שיצאו
sheyats'u
רצונו
retsono
בעבודות
ba'avodot
מגוחכים
megukhakhim
שהייתי
shehayiti
Skip this question
🎓
Learn Hebrew for free
Quizzes, examples, audio & daily challenges. No password needed — just your email.
Start learning →
neutral
common
Usage
The word שיצאו (sheyats'u) is commonly used when discussing physical movement from one place to another, such as leaving a building or group. For example, you might hear it during a gathering when someone says, 'Let's go outside' or in a classroom setting when a teacher instructs students to leave the room.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym would be יצא (yatza), which directly translates to 'went out.' However, שיצאו (sheyats'u) is often used in contexts that imply a collective action, whereas יצא can be used for individual instances. You might choose שיצאו when referring to a group exiting together.
Culture
The term שיצאו derives from the root יצא (yatza), which means 'to go out' or 'to exit.' This root is significant in Hebrew culture, as leaving a place is often associated with new beginnings or transitions, such as the biblical exodus from Egypt, which symbolizes liberation and the journey to a promised land. It reflects the dynamic nature of Hebrew as a language that encapsulates both movement and transformation.
FAQ
