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Why Hebrew Wins What English Only Receives ( לְקַבֵּל vs לִזְכּוֹת )
Hebrew uses different verbs to describe receiving something ordinary versus being granted something special. This post explains the difference between לְקַבֵּל and לִזְכּוֹת and how Hebrew perspective shapes meaning.

Rut Avni
Jan 143 min read


Understanding the Hebrew Verb “Lipol” – Why ליפול Looks Irregular but Actually Is Not
This blog post explains why the Hebrew verb for "to fall" (ליפול) looks irregular in the infinitive and the future tense, even though the past and present are completely regular. It summarizes the breakdown from Rut Avni’s video on Hebrew verb patterns. Readers can download a clear overview and learn more about Hebrew verb conjugation through Rut Avni’s Hebrew Verb Course and books.

Rut Avni
Nov 27, 20252 min read


Which Binyan to Use for 'to Grow'?"
Are you struggling to understand the different Hebrew verb conjugation patterns for the root "גדל"? In this informative video, Rut will...

Rut Avni
Jul 2, 20231 min read


How to recognize PAAL verbs
Once you understand the formula to turn roots into infinitives, present tense, past tense, etc. you will finally believe that Hebrew...

Rut Avni
May 14, 20231 min read


Gamur or nigmar? גָּמוּר vs. נִגְמַר
Many students of the Hebrew language cannot help but think of an adult activity when they come across the root גמר . But this is not...

Rut Avni
Apr 25, 20232 min read


"to see" & the other binyanim in that root
Around the root ראה we have a total of 4 verbs with their own infinitives. All of them have something to do with "to see", but as you...

Rut Avni
Mar 29, 20231 min read
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