Hebrew · Work & Business
mif'al
Factory
A building where goods are made with machines.
סבא עבד במפעל.
Grandpa worked in a factory.
The term 'מפעל' (mif'al) derives from the root פ-ע-ל, which means to act or make. It entered modern Hebrew as a term for an industrial establishment, reflecting the growth of industry in the 20th century.
'מפעל' is primarily used in formal contexts, particularly in discussions about industry, economy, and employment. It is found in both spoken and written language, with no significant regional variations in its usage.