bekarov etzlech
Pronunciations
| bekarov etzlech | (beh-kah-ROHV ets-LEKH) | listen |
Definitions
interj. 'Soon by you'; a response to congratulations, wishing the same success to the person who offered the congratulations (especially regarding marriage).
Example Sentences
"Congratulations on your promotion!" "Thank you. Bekarov etzlech!"
"There is some debate on whether bekarov etzlech is a gracious remark. Some say that by saying it, you are emphasising a weak spot in your friend. Others claim that as we can assume that the vast majority of people want to get married, it is actually a compassionate, supportive comment." (source)
Languages of Origin
- Modern Hebrew
Etymology
בקרוב אצלך - feminine
בקרוב אצלךָ - masculine
- Religious: Jews who are engaged in religious observance and have some Jewish education
- North America
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Alternative Spellings
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Notes
To a male, eltzlecha is used, while etzlech is used for female recipients.
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