aliyoth
|a-li-yoth|
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/ˈɑːliˌjoʊt/
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/ˈɑːliˌjɒθ/
(aliyah)
immigration to Israel
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aliyah' originates from Hebrew, specifically the word 'עֲלִיָּה', where 'עָלָה' meant 'to ascend'.
Historical Evolution
'עֲלִיָּה' remained largely unchanged as it transitioned into modern Hebrew and English usage as 'aliyah'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to ascend', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'immigration to Israel'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'aliyah', referring to the immigration of Jews to Israel.
Many families made aliyoth to Israel after the war.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/22 04:51