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והקימו — meaning in English: And established
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and established / and built (pl.)
בבחירות
babkhirot
חפצים
khafetsim
ועליו
ve'alav
הקפלה
hakapela
והקימו
vehekimu
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formal
common
Usage
Hebrew speakers often use 'והקימו' (vehekimu) in formal discussions about establishment and foundation, such as in legal contexts or when discussing historical events. For instance, one might say it when referring to the establishment of an organization or a significant project, like 'והקימו אוניברסיטה חדשה' (and they established a new university).
Synonyms & nuances
'והקימו' (vehekimu) is closely related to 'ייסדו' (yesidu), which means 'they founded.' While 'ייסדו' emphasizes the founding act, 'והקימו' carries a broader sense of establishing or setting up something, making it suitable for discussing the implementation phase of a project.
Culture
'והקימו' has roots in Biblical Hebrew, where the concept of establishing something held great significance in religious and community contexts. Over time, this word has evolved to encompass modern uses in governance and society, reflecting the enduring importance of establishment in both historical and contemporary Israel.
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