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להתאים — meaning in English: Match
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to fit / to match / to suit
הפסדים
hefsedim
להתאים
lehat'im
מקרי
mikri
הנדסי
handasi
ואצא
ve'etse
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers use the word להתאים in contexts where they discuss compatibility or suitability, such as while matchmaking in social situations or when selecting items that fit well together like clothes or furniture. For example, one might say 'החולצה הזאת לא מתאימה למכנסיים האלו' (This shirt doesn't match these pants) when getting dressed.
Synonyms & nuances
While synonyms like להתאמן (lehit'amen - to practice) may also convey a sense of adjustment, להתאים is specifically about alignment or suitability, making it more applicable in contexts involving compatibility. You would choose להתאים when discussing how things or people complement each other.
Culture
The verb להתאים comes from the root א-ת-ם, which conveys the idea of fitting or matching. In Israeli culture, where social gatherings and personal relationships are highly valued, the concept of 'matching' extends beyond just physical items to encompass qualities like character and personality when forming friendships or romantic partnerships.
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