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לתקופה — meaning in English: For the period
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to/for a period / to/for an era
הנפוצות
hanefotsot
חדש
khadash
בכחול
bekakhol
לתקופה
letkufa
העולים
ha'olim
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'לתקופה' in discussions related to timeframes, such as planning events or discussing project timelines. For instance, you might hear it in a business meeting when setting deadlines or in casual conversations about vacations and how long they will last.
Synonyms & nuances
'לתקופה' is often compared to 'בזמן' (bezman), which means 'in time.' While 'בזמן' focuses more on the timing aspect, 'לתקופה' emphasizes the duration or period of time. Choose 'לתקופה' when you want to specify how long something will last, rather than just when it will happen.
Culture
The word 'לתקופה' is derived from the root תקף (ta'kef), which relates to time and duration. In Hebrew culture, understanding timeframes is crucial, especially in contexts like agriculture or festivals where seasons dictate the schedule. The phrase also implies a sense of structure, reflecting the organized nature of planning in Israeli society.
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