No. 211 in Hebrew
מצב
The Hebrew word "מצב" means "situation" or "condition."
In a sentence
המצב הכלכלי במדינה השתפר.
The economic situation in the country has improved.
The word 'מצב' is used here to denote a general condition or state of affairs, specifically referring to the economy.
בדוק את מצב המנוע לפני היציאה לנסיעה.
Check the state of the engine before starting the trip.
In this sentence, 'מצב' describes the specific condition or status of the engine.
במהלך החורף, מצב הדרכים עלול להיות מסוכן.
During the winter, the condition of the roads can be dangerous.
Here, 'מצב' refers to the state or quality of the roads, emphasizing potential hazards.
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