נוער
no'ar
The Hebrew word for "youth" is נוער (no'ar).
For example, you might use it when talking about things specifically for young people, such as a youth hostel.
Meaning: part of life following childhood (noun)
Which one should you use?
There is a distinction between the word for the group of people and the word for the abstract concept of the life stage. נוער refers to the group of young people, whereas נעורים refers to the period of youth or adolescence in an abstract sense. Additionally, if you wish to refer to the concept of youthfulness, the term צעירות is used.
How does it change in a sentence?
נוער is a collective noun and is typically used with singular verbs and adjectives in Hebrew.
How do you pronounce it?
no'ar
Did you know?
- The biblical figure נער was often used to describe servants or aides, regardless of their actual age, meaning a 'youth' could sometimes be a grown man.
- The word נוער shares a root with the Hebrew verb for 'to shake' or 'to move', suggesting a connection between the restlessness of youth and physical motion.
- If you are talking about a 'youth movement' in Israel, you use the word תנועת נוער, which carries a heavy connotation of organized community or political activity.
Examples in context
- האם יש כאן אכסניות נוער?Is there a youth hostel here?This sentence is useful for asking about the presence of youth hostels.Tatoeba #2010372 by MrShoval, translation #5707200 by AlanF_US
- יש כאן אכסניית נוער בסביבה?Is there a youth hostel around here?This sentence is useful for asking if a youth hostel is in the area.Tatoeba #2010375 by MrShoval, translation #568302 by CK
- יש כאן אכסניית נוער בקרבת מקום?Is there a youth hostel near here?This sentence is useful for asking if a youth hostel is nearby.Tatoeba #2010376 by MrShoval, translation #1662 by confusion
- במרכז הקהילתי שלנו, אנחנו מארגנים תוכניות מיוחדות לנוער.In our community center, we organize special programs for the youth.
- האנרגיה והתלהבות שלה משקפות את הצעירות שלה והתשוקה שלה לחיים.Her energy and enthusiasm reflect her tze'irut (צעירות) and passion for life.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
