The verbal noun in Hitpa’el expresses a reflexive or reciprocal action as a noun – like “connection,” “progress,” or “volunteering.” It’s used to describe the act or process itself, often as a subject or object in a sentence.
Structure
- Begins with הִת־
- Common pattern: הִתְקַטְלוּת or הִתְפַּעֲלוּת
- Often ends in -וּת, forming abstract nouns
Examples
| Verb (Hitpa’el) | Meaning | Verbal Noun | Meaning of Noun |
|---|---|---|---|
| הִתְקַשֵּׁר | to contact / call | הִתְקַשְּׁרוּת | connection, communication |
| הִתְקַדֵּם | to progress / advance | הִתְקַדְּמוּת | progress, advancement |
| הִתְנַדֵּב | to volunteer | הִתְנַדְּבוּת | volunteering |