Hitpael
Hitpael is one of the Hebrew verb binyanim (stems) used to form a class of reflexive, reciprocal, or middle-voice actions. In many cases the action is directed back on the subject, done by the subject for its own sake, or involves involvement with others. The stem is typically marked by a distinctive prefix and vowel patterns that differentiate it from other binyanim.
Form and use. The Hitpael formation commonly involves adding a hit- prefix to the base verb, with
Common examples. Examples of Hitpael verbs include להתלבש (to dress oneself), להתרגש (to become excited), להתכונן (to prepare oneself),
Historical and lexical notes. Hitpael appears in Biblical Hebrew and is productive in Modern Hebrew, with many