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כאלה — meaning in English: Such
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Such
יום
yom
וכל
vechol
כאלה
Ka'ele
את
et
חדש
chadash
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers commonly use זה, or 'such,' when expressing examples or comparisons. For instance, during casual conversations about movies, someone might say, 'כאלה סרטים הם כל כך מעניינים,' meaning 'Such movies are so interesting.' In a business meeting, you may hear someone refer to 'כאלה מצבים,' or 'such situations,' when discussing specific challenges faced in the industry.
Synonyms & nuances
'כאלה' is closely related to the word 'כמו' (like), but while 'כמו' introduces comparisons, 'כאלה' emphasizes the characteristics of a group being referred to. Choose 'כאלה' when you want to highlight specific examples or types within a category.
Culture
The Hebrew word 'כאלה' comes from the root 'כ', which relates to comparison and similarity. It plays a significant role in everyday language, allowing speakers to generalize and categorize experiences. Interestingly, this word reflects the Israeli culture's tendency to share personal anecdotes, often using 'כאלה' to bridge the gap between individual narratives and broader societal themes.
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