Hebrew · Common Verbs
לדבר
ledaber
To speak
Beginnerverb
Definition
To say words, to talk.
Example
אתה מדבר אנגלית?
Do you speak English?
Etymology
The verb 'לדבר' (ledaber) comes from the root ד-ב-ר (D-B-R), which means 'to speak.' This root has historical significance, having been used since biblical times to denote verbal communication.
How & Where It’s Used
'לדבר' is used in both informal and formal contexts and is prevalent in everyday speech and written forms like speeches or lectures.
Literary Heritage
References can be found in the Talmud and various Israeli literature discussing the nature of speech and communication.