This is the 678th most frequent Hebrew word.
הערים
"Cities" or "tricks," depending on context.
In this sentence 'הערים' is a plural form meaning 'the cities', referring to multiple urban locations.
הערים בארץ ישראל מגוונות מאוד.
The cities in Israel are very diverse.
Here, 'הערים' again refers to 'the cities', emphasizing their historical and communal importance.
בהיסטוריה, הערים הקדומות השתמשו בהגנות חזקות.
In history, the ancient cities used strong defenses.
In this sentence, 'הערים' is a verb meaning 'outsmarted', showcasing a different context as an action rather than as a noun.