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מוכרים — meaning in English: Selling
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known / familiar (m.s.)
סדרה
sidra
בארגון
be'irgun
בפה
bape
מוכרים
mukarim
תוכניות
tokhniyot
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neutral
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers commonly use the word מוכרים (mukarim) in various contexts related to commerce, such as at markets, shops, and online sales platforms. For instance, a vendor might say 'אנחנו מוכרים פירות טריים' (We are selling fresh fruits) at a local market, or you might see the term used in advertisements for sales events.
Synonyms & nuances
While מוכרים (mukarim) specifically refers to the act of selling, another word, סוחרים (socharim), refers more broadly to traders or merchants. You would use מוכרים when discussing the act happening at that moment, whereas סוחרים might be used to describe ongoing business relationships or occupations.
Culture
The word מוכרים (mukarim) is derived from the root מ-כ-ר (M-K-R), which relates to selling and commerce in Hebrew. In Israeli culture, the concept of bargaining and negotiating prices is not just common but often considered a social practice, especially in open markets known as 'שוק' (shuk). This makes the act of selling not just a transaction, but a social engagement.
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