Yeter Meaning: The Hebrew Word יֶתֶר Explained

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יֶתֶר

yeter

Formal Hebrew

Meaning1. The part that is left over after you use what you need. 2. An extra amount of something; more than what is usual or needed.

HistoryThis word is very old and appears in the Bible. It comes from a root that means "to be left over" or "to remain". The meaning is the same today as it was thousands of years ago.

Example

יש לי יתר כסף, אני יכול לקנות גם גלידה.

I have extra money, I can also buy ice cream.

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