No. 259 in Hebrew
היטב
Well; thoroughly; properly.
In a sentence
הוא הבין את המצב היטב וזיהה את הפתרון הנכון.
He understood the situation well and identified the correct solution.
In this context, 'היטב' means 'well', indicating a manner of comprehension that is thorough or effective.
הבחור הצעיר ביצע את המשימה היטב למרות הקשיים.
The young man performed the task well despite the difficulties.
Here, 'היטב' highlights performing actions in a competent and satisfactory way.
עליך לשטוף את הידיים היטב אחרי כל פעם בישול.
You should wash your hands thoroughly after each cooking session.
This usage of 'היטב' emphasizes doing something to a complete or high degree of thoroughness.
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