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להסכים — meaning in English: to agree
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to agree
כדור
kadur
אהבה
ahava
סתם
satam
להסכים
lehaskim
למערכות
lema'arkhot
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers use 'להסכים' (lehaskim) in various situations where consensus is needed, such as during discussions in a business meeting or casual conversations among friends. For instance, someone might say 'אני מסכים עם מה שאמרת' (I agree with what you said) when they want to show support for an opinion expressed during a debate.
Synonyms & nuances
'להסכים' is synonymous with 'לְהַסְכִּים עִם' (lehashkim im), which means 'to agree with.' However, 'להסכים' is more commonly used in a general sense of agreement, while 'לְהַסְכִּים עִם' emphasizes alignment with a specific viewpoint or person. You might choose 'להסכים' for broader contexts and 'לְהַסְכִּים עִם' when discussing particular agreements.
Culture
'להסכים' is rooted in the Hebrew root 'סכ' that conveys the idea of agreement or consent. In Israeli culture, where direct communication is valued, using this word appropriately reflects respect for others' opinions. Interestingly, the word can also be found in phrases expressing conditional agreement, such as 'אני אסכים, אם...' (I will agree if...), showing its versatility in conversation.
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