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למעט — meaning in English: excluding
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to/for the few
רפה
rafe
וניסו
venisu
למעט
lame'at
שחורות
skhorot
סופה
sofa
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formal
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use 'למעט' (lame'at) in formal settings, such as legal documents or academic writing, when specifying exceptions or exclusions. For example, one might say, 'למעט האופן שבו זה משפיע על התוצאה,' meaning 'excluding how it affects the outcome.' It can also appear in everyday conversations when discussing plans or arrangements, such as 'למעט יום ראשון, אני פנוי,' which translates to 'excluding Sunday, I am free.'
Synonyms & nuances
'למעט' is similar to the Hebrew word 'מלבד' (melvad), which also means 'except' or 'aside from.' However, 'למעט' is generally used in more formal contexts, often in written language, while 'מלבד' can be used interchangeably in both spoken and written forms. Choosing 'למעט' over 'מלבד' lends a more formal tone to the sentence.
Culture
'למעט' (lame'at) has its roots in the Hebrew language's rich tradition of precise expression. The word can be traced back to Biblical Hebrew, where it was often used to delineate boundaries and clarify meanings. This reflects a cultural emphasis on clarity and directness, which is prevalent in various aspects of Israeli communication today.
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