Hebrew Word of the Day
לחכות
le-cha-KOT • verb — 8th of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: to wait; to stay in place or delay action until something happens or someone arrives
Examples
- אני צריך לחכות לאוטובוס.
(I need to wait for the bus.) - הם חיכו הרבה זמן בתור.
(They waited a long time in line.) - אל תחכי לי, אני אגיע מאוחר.
(Don't wait for me, I will arrive late.)
Synonyms
- להמתין
- לצפות
Antonyms
- למהר
- להקדים
This is a very common everyday verb used when you are waiting for a person, event, bus, answer, or anything delayed. In casual speech, people often use it in many practical situations.
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