No. 516 in Hebrew
ואפילו
"And even" or "and even if."
In a sentence
הלכתי לים בשבת, ואפילו ראיתי דולפין.
I went to the beach on Saturday, and I even saw a dolphin.
Here, 'ואפילו' is used to emphasize the additional surprising or noteworthy detail that seeing a dolphin contributes to the experience.
הוא מצליח בלימודים, ואפילו במקצועות הקשים ביותר.
He is successful in his studies, even in the most difficult subjects.
'ואפילו' here expresses contrast to expectations, highlighting proficiency in challenging areas.
כולם נהנו בטיול, ואפילו הילדים שכבר ביקרו שם בעבר.
Everyone enjoyed the trip, even the children who had visited there before.
'ואפילו' emphasizes the unexpected pleasure of those who might have been less likely to enjoy due to prior experience.
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