Definition
希伯来文 refers specifically to the Hebrew writing system or the Hebrew language as a written form. It is a compound noun formed from 希伯来 (Hebrew, a transliteration) and 文 (script/language). You'll encounter it in contexts discussing ancient texts (like the Bible), modern Israeli writing, or linguistic studies. Note that 希伯来语 (xī bó lái yǔ) is more common for 'Hebrew language' in spoken contexts, while 希伯来文 emphasizes the written script or literary form.
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Hebrew script / writing systemHebrew language (written form)
Examples
- 希伯来文。Tā zhèngzài xuéxí xī bǎi.He is studying Hebrew.
- 希伯来文。Zhè běn xī bǎi cídiǎn hěn yǒuyòng.This Hebrew dictionary is very useful.
- 希伯来文。Gǔdài xī bǎi wénxiàn jìzǎi le xǔduō lìshǐ shìjiàn.Ancient Hebrew documents recorded many historical events.
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