vertl

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Definitions

  • n. A short Torah explanation.

  • n. A proverb.

  • n. (typically plural: 'vertlach') Many words; idle talk.

Example Sentences

  • "Sometimes vertlach convey profound insights. But when they are used by people as talking points they can be oh-so-annoying." (source)

  • "'Everyone cheats a bit, it's okay,' is not just a vertel, unfortunately it's a way of life for many." (source)

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Languages of Origin

  • Yiddish

Etymology

  • װערטל vertl

      • Who Uses This

      • Orthodox: Jews who identify as Orthodox and observe halacha (Jewish law)

      Regions

      • North America

      Dictionaries

      • None

      Alternative Spellings

      vertel

Notes

  • plural: 'vertlach'


    See also vort.


    Definitions were contributed from Yinglish: A Lexicon of Judeo-English by Aliza Bulow.

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