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סרט

seret

Film; ribbon

Beginnernoun · masculine

Definition

A story shown in moving pictures; also means ribbon.

Example

ראינו אתמול סרט טוב.

We saw a good film yesterday.

Etymology

The term 'סרט' (seret) has origins in the Arabic 'سِرَات' (sirat), meaning a line or ribbon. It evolved in Hebrew to refer to films and movies in modern contexts.

How & Where It’s Used

'סרט' is commonly used in informal contexts, especially among younger audiences, and widely understood in discussions about cinema, both in spoken and written forms.

Literary Heritage

Referenced in Israeli cinema discussions and critiques of film.

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