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בתחום — meaning in English: in the field
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in the field / in the area / in the range
למרחקים
lamerkhakim
בשנות
bishnot
ימים
yamim
באירועים
ba'eru'im
בתחום
batkhum
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neutral
common
Usage
The Hebrew word 'בתחום' (batkhum) is commonly used in professional environments, particularly in discussions about specific areas of expertise or fields of work. For example, one might say, 'אני עובד בתחומים שונים' (I work in various fields) when describing their career or academic focus.
Synonyms & nuances
'בתחום' can be compared to 'בענף' (be'anaf), meaning 'in the sector'. While both refer to specific areas, 'בתחום' is broader and more versatile, applicable in various contexts from academia to industry, whereas 'בענף' is more specialized and often used in economic or business contexts.
Culture
'בתחום' has its roots in the Hebrew word 'תחום', meaning 'domain' or 'area'. It reflects the importance of specialization in modern Israeli society, where many people are expected to carve out niches in their professional lives. Interestingly, in the context of Israeli high-tech and innovation, the term is often used to highlight cutting-edge fields such as cybersecurity or artificial intelligence.
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