Welcome to another useful example of how a single syllable can change the entire meaning of a word in Hebrew!

Today, we're diving into two super useful words: Urban and Ironic.

While one is a proper Hebrew word, and the other is a Hebrew variation of an English one, both create great similarity in how the two are written and even more so - in how they are pronounced...

which ultimately results in a situation where the shift in syllable stress leads to entirely different meanings!

Both are in masculine form.

When we stress the last syllable in אירוני /ee-'ro-nee/, we are saying "ironic", referring to situations, remarks, or events where the underlying meaning is significantly different from the literal interpretation.

When we stress the second to last syllable in עירוני /ee-ro-'nee/, it means "urban" or "city-like", capturing the essence of urban life and used to describe phenomena or attitudes associated with cities.

These subtle differences not only enrich your vocabulary but also sharpen your pronunciation skills, crucial for speaking and understanding Hebrew like a local.

Isn’t it intriguing how moving stress in a word can uncover new layers of meaning?

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