אפוטרופוס
apotropus
The Hebrew word for guardian is אפוטרופוס (apotropus).
This term is used specifically in a legal context to refer to a person appointed to manage the affairs or person of a minor.
Meaning: law: person legally responsible for a minor in loco parentis (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of אפוטרופוס is אפוטרופוסים, and the feminine singular form is אפוטרופוסית.
How do you pronounce it?
apotropus
Did you know?
- The Hebrew word אפוטרופוס is a linguistic traveler that actually originated in Ancient Greek as ἐπίτροπος.
- While אפוטרופוס is the legal term, the more common word for a general protector or guardian is שומר, which also means 'watcher' or 'guard'.
- In modern Israeli slang, using the formal אפוטרופוס in a casual setting can sound intentionally bureaucratic or humorous.
Examples in context
- הוא נבחר להיות אפוטרופוס של הילד.hu nivchar lihyot apotrofos shel ha-yeled.He was chosen to be the child's guardian.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries אפוטרופוס, CC BY-SA 4.0.
