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How do you say dear in Yiddish?

There are a few ways to say "dear" in Yiddish, depending on the context and level of formality:

Formal:

* ליבער (LibeR) - This is the most common and formal way to say "dear" for both male and female. It can be used in a letter, a speech, or when addressing someone respectfully.

Informal:

* ליב (Lib) - This is a more informal way to say "dear", used for both male and female. It's similar to "honey" or "sweetheart" in English.

* טייער (TeiyeR) - This means "dear" or "precious" and can be used in a more affectionate way, like "my dear".

* ליבע (Liebe) - This is a more informal way to say "dear" for a woman. It can be used in a letter or when addressing a woman affectionately.

Note: In Yiddish, the ending of a word changes depending on gender. So, "Lieber" is for a man, and "Liebe" is for a woman.

Examples:

* ליבער פריינד (LibeR freind) - Dear friend

* ליבע מאַמע (Liebe mame) - Dear mother

* טייערער ברודער (TeiyeRer bruder) - Dear brother

* ליב (Lib) - Dear (informal, gender neutral)

It's important to remember that the specific word you choose will depend on the context and your relationship with the person you are addressing.

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