Hebrew Word of the Day
סיבה
si-BA • noun — 20th of Jun, 2026
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Meaning: reason; cause
Examples
- מה הסיבה שאתה מאחר?
(What's the reason you're late?) - אין לי סיבה להפסיק עכשיו.
(I have no reason to stop now.) - היא הסבירה את הסיבה לשינוי בתכנית.
(She explained the reason for the change in the plan.)
Synonyms
- טעם
- מניע
סיבה is used to talk about the cause or explanation for something. Common in questions (e.g., 'מה הסיבה?') and in formal and informal speech. Do not confuse with מטרה (purpose/goal), which expresses intent rather than cause.
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