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להוריד — meaning in English: bring down
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to take down / to lower / to decrease
חיבורים
khiburim
שוק
shok
לעשות
la'asot
לזירה
lezira
להוריד
lehorid
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neutral
very common
Usage
Native speakers use the word להוריד in various contexts, such as when discussing downloading files from the internet ('אני צריך להוריד את הקובץ הזה' - 'I need to bring down this file') or when talking about lowering something physically, like an object or a volume level ('תוריד את הווליום' - 'Lower the volume'). It is commonly heard in both casual conversations and instructional contexts.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym of להוריד is 'להנמיך' (lehanmik), which means 'to lower.' However, להוריד specifically emphasizes the action of bringing something down from a higher position or state, while להנמיך can imply a gradual decrease, such as lowering volume or intensity. You would choose להוריד when referring to physical or digital objects being brought down.
Culture
The Hebrew word להוריד has roots in the Hebrew verb 'יורד' (yored), which means 'to descend.' This connection reflects the physical act of bringing something down, giving the word a versatile application in both literal and figurative contexts. In modern Israeli culture, the term has also adapted to the digital age, commonly used in conversations about technology, such as downloading applications or files.
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