Hebrew · Culture & Society

תרבות

tarbut

Culture

Intermediatenoun · feminine

Definition

The art, customs, and traditions of a society.

Example

אני מתעניין בתרבות ישראלית.

I am interested in Israeli culture.

Etymology

The word 'תרבות' (tarbut) originates from the root ר-ב-ת, referring to cultivation or development. It historically encompassed the idea of cultured society or education, evolving to its current usage as 'culture'.

How & Where It’s Used

'תרבות' is used in both formal and informal contexts, found in discussions about sociology, anthropology, and arts. It is applicable in both spoken and written forms across various social settings.

Literary Heritage

The term is often mentioned in Israeli cultural discussions and can be found in significant literary works discussing the nature of Israeli and Jewish culture.

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