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כרכים — meaning in English: volumes
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volumes
לטמפרטורה
letemperatura
כרכים
krakhim
לחם
lakham
התל
hitel
מבצעי
mevats'ei
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formal
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use the word כרכים (krakhim) in academic or literary contexts, particularly when discussing collections of books or extensive written works. For instance, a professor might refer to the כרכים of a historical text when lecturing about its significance in Hebrew literature.
Synonyms & nuances
While כרכים specifically refers to volumes of books, a similar word, ספרים (sfarim), means 'books' in general. You would choose כרכים when emphasizing a collection or a series of works, while ספרים could be used in a broader context when talking about books at large.
Culture
The word כרכים has its roots in the Hebrew verb 'לְכָרֵךְ' (lekharekh), meaning 'to tie' or 'to bind.' This etymology reflects the physical nature of books being bound into volumes, symbolizing the gathering of knowledge. Interestingly, the ancient Jewish tradition of preserving texts has led to the creation of many renowned כרכים, such as the Talmud, which is still studied widely today.
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