Hebrew · Adjectives
קצר
katsar
Short
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of little length or duration.
Example
הוא כתב הודעה קצרה.
He wrote a short message.
Etymology
The adjective 'קצר' (katsar) originates from the root 'ק-צ-ר' (K-Tz-R), which refers to being short, both in stature and time. This word has been an essential part of Hebrew vocabulary.
How & Where It’s Used
'קצר' is widely used in conversation as well as in written Hebrew, found in both informal and formal contexts.