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.

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