Hebrew · Adjectives

גבוה

gavoa

Tall; high

Beginneradjective

Definition

Of great height.

Example

אח שלי גבוה מאוד.

My brother is very tall.

Etymology

The adjective 'גבוה' (gavoa) comes from the root 'ג-ב-ה' (G-B-H), which indicates height or elevation. It has been used widely throughout Hebrew literature to describe physical and metaphorical heights.

How & Where It’s Used

'גבוה' is used in both spoken and written Hebrew, prevalent in various registers, from casual speech to formal discussions, describing physical height or elevated status.

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