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רצועת — meaning in English: Strip
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a strip of
שובו
shuvo
מרידות
meridot
רצועת
retsu'at
שמרני
shamrani
צורך
tsorekh
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neutral
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use the word רצועת (retsu'at) in everyday contexts, such as when discussing clothing (like a strip of fabric), road signs (like a lane strip), or even when describing sections in music or art. For example, one might say, 'אני צריך לקנות רצועת בד חדשה לשמלה שלי' (I need to buy a new strip of fabric for my dress).
Synonyms & nuances
While רצועת (retsu'at) specifically denotes a strip that is elongated and narrow, another similar word, פס (pas), can refer to a strip but is often used in a broader sense, for example, a line or band. Choosing רצועת over פס can imply a more intentional and specific shape, like a strip of cloth versus just a line.
Culture
The word רצועת (retsu'at) comes from the root ר-צ-ע, which conveys the idea of cutting or stripping something down. In Israel, it can also refer to specific terms in popular culture, such as the 'strip' in comic books or TV shows, illustrating how language evolves with cultural trends. There's something particularly striking about how the term captures both literal and metaphorical 'strips' in life, such as a strip of land or a strip of a story.
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