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השוטרים — meaning in English: The cops
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the policemen
למקומות
lemekomot
סר
sar
השוטרים
hashotrim
צמחים
tsmakhim
בנוסף
benosaf
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informal
very common
Usage
Native speakers often use the word 'השוטרים' (hashotrim) in informal discussions when talking about law enforcement or sharing experiences involving police. For example, during a casual conversation about a recent news event or while recounting a personal run-in with the police, this term comes up frequently among friends or family.
Synonyms & nuances
'שוטר' (shoter) is the singular form for a police officer, while 'השוטרים' (hashotrim) refers to police in the plural. In everyday conversation, you would use 'hashotrim' when discussing the police force as a whole, whereas 'shoter' would be more appropriate when referring to an individual officer.
Culture
The word 'שוטרים' (shotrim) is derived from the Hebrew root 'ש-ט-ר' which relates to the concept of guarding or keeping watch. Interestingly, in Israeli culture, police officers are often depicted in media as both protectors and enforcers, reflecting the dual role they play in society. This duality adds a layer of complexity to how people perceive and discuss the 'hashotrim'.
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