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additional (m.pl.)
מתרבה
mitrabe
שריר
shrir
נוספים
nosafim
לסגן
lesgan
ואנה
[ane] va'ana
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers commonly use 'נוספים' when discussing quantities or additional items, such as in a classroom setting when asking for more examples or in a restaurant when ordering more food. It can also appear in business meetings when discussing additional resources needed for a project.
Synonyms & nuances
'נוספים' is similar to 'יותר' (yoter), which means 'more' as well, but 'יותר' is often used in comparative contexts. For instance, you might say 'אני רוצה יותר שוקולד' (I want more chocolate) when comparing amounts. In contrast, 'נוספים' is preferable when specifically referring to additional items or resources.
Culture
'נוספים' comes from the root 'נ-ס-ף', which relates to the idea of addition. In Hebrew culture, the concept of 'more' is often tied to hospitality, reflecting the importance of abundance and generosity in social settings. This word embodies the welcoming spirit of sharing and providing additional help or resources.
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