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כוכב — meaning in English: Star
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star
לפיתוח
lapitu'akh
עמוס
amus
הנשיא
hanasi
באחרונה
ba'akhrona
כוכב
kokhav
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neutral
very common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use the word כוכב (kokhav) in both everyday conversation and poetic expressions. For example, one might refer to a bright כוכב when stargazing in rural Israel, or use it metaphorically in discussions about someone who shines in their field, like a 'star' in the arts or sports.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym to כוכב is נגה (nega), which refers to a bright planet or star, but it is less commonly used. While כוכב can refer to both stars and celebrities, נגה is specifically celestial, making כוכב the go-to word in most contexts.
Culture
The word כוכב has roots in ancient Hebrew and is linked to the word 'to shine' or 'to illuminate.' In Jewish tradition, stars have significant astronomical and astrological importance, often symbolizing hope and guidance. The Star of David, a key symbol in Judaism, also reflects the cultural weight of the concept of stars in Hebrew culture.
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