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קרים — meaning in English: Cold
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cold (pl.)
קרים
karim
קריאות
kri'ot
הורגים
horgim
מאל
me'el
המטפל
hametapel
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'קרים' when discussing weather conditions, especially during the colder months in Israel. For instance, one might say 'היום מאוד קרים' (Today is very cold) when speaking about the chilly winter day while planning outings or discussing comfort levels at home.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym for 'קרים' is 'קר' (kar), which also means 'cold.' However, 'קרים' is often used in the plural form to describe coldness in a broader sense, while 'קר' might refer more specifically to temperature or conditions at a particular moment.
Culture
'קרים' has roots in ancient Hebrew, where the concept of cold was often viewed not just as a physical state but also associated with emotional distance. Historically, it has been used in literature and poetry to evoke feelings of isolation or yearning, particularly in the works of classic Hebrew poets.
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