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עלייה — meaning in English: Immigration
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rise / increase / immigration
עלייה
aliya
רשת
reshet
ואדי
vadi
ואֹמר
ve'omer
בדרגת
bedargat
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neutral
common
Usage
The word עלייה (aliya) is typically used in discussions about Jewish immigration to Israel. Native speakers might use it in formal contexts, such as government documents or speeches, as well as in informal conversations when discussing personal stories of moving to Israel for cultural or religious reasons.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is הגירה (hagira), which means 'migration.' However, עלייה (aliya) specifically refers to Jewish immigration to Israel and carries a cultural and historical weight that הגירה does not have. You would choose עלייה to emphasize the significance of returning to one's ancestral homeland.
Culture
The term עלייה (aliya) has deep cultural significance in Jewish history, referring not only to immigration but also to the spiritual ascent associated with returning to the Land of Israel. The word's etymology is linked to the Hebrew root ע-ל-ה, meaning 'to go up', symbolizing both a physical journey and a spiritual elevation.
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