No. 501 in Hebrew
פנה
The Hebrew word "פנה" means "turned" or "faced" (in a direction).
In a sentence
הוא פנה שמאלה בצומת.
He turned left at the intersection.
Here, 'פנה' (pana) is used to describe the action of turning in a particular direction.
היא פנתה לעזרה מהמורה.
She turned to the teacher for help.
Here, 'פנתה' (panta) in its feminine singular past form is used to denote seeking assistance or addressing someone.
המשרד פנה לכיוון חדש השנה.
The office turned towards a new direction this year.
In this case, 'פנה' (pana) is used metaphorically, illustrating a shift or change in direction in a figurative manner.
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