תלמיד
talmid
The English word 'disciple' is translated into Hebrew as תלמיד (talmid).
The term תלמיד refers to an active follower or adherent. While it is the standard word for a 'student', in a religious or philosophical context, it is the specific term used for a 'disciple'.
Meaning: active follower or adherent (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine singular form is תלמיד. To refer to a single female disciple, use the feminine singular form תלמידה. For the plural form, use תלמידים.
How do you pronounce it?
talmid
Did you know?
- The term תלמיד חכם creates a paradox where one is called 'a wise student' even after they have become an expert teacher themselves.
- In traditional Jewish culture, being a תלמיד is not just about studying books but about imitating the teacher's every action and character trait to achieve spiritual growth.
- The word תלמיד traces its roots back to the Akkadian word talmīdu, meaning 'learner' or 'disciple' in ancient Mesopotamia.
Examples in context
- הוא תלמיד נאמן של המורה.hu talmid ne'eman shel hamore.He is a faithful disciple of the teacher.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a spiritual leader.
- מאיה Mayaאיתי, אתם מדברים על המורה החדש?Itay, atem medabrim al hamore hachadash?Itay, are you guys talking about the new teacher?
- איתי Itayכן, אני מרגיש כמו תלמיד שלו.ken, ani margish kmo talmid shelo.Yes, I feel like a disciple of his.
- מאיה Mayaזה נשמע מעניין מאוד.ze nishma me'anyen me'od.That sounds very interesting.
- איתי Itayהוא מלמד אותנו דברים חשובים.hu melamed otanu dvarim chashuvim.He teaches us important things.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries תלמיד, CC BY-SA 4.0.
