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המוקדמות — meaning in English: Early
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the early / the preliminary (f.pl.)
המוקדמות
hamukdamot
בפילוסופיה
befilosofia
מדי
madei
סכנה
sakana
במים
bemayim
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers use the word המוקדמות (hamukdamot) in various contexts, especially when discussing schedules or events that occur at an early hour. For instance, you might hear it in a conversation about morning classes or early meetings, such as 'הפגישה המוקדמות מתחילה בשבע' (The early meeting starts at seven).
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is מוקדם (mukdam), which simply means 'early' as well. However, המוקדמות (hamukdamot) often appears in contexts where early is used as a descriptor for specific events or times, lending it a bit more formality than its synonym.
Culture
The word המוקדמות (hamukdamot) is derived from the root 'קדמ' which relates to the concept of being ahead or before in time. In Hebrew culture, arriving early is often associated with respect and preparation, reflecting a broader societal value placed on punctuality and readiness, especially in professional settings.
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