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התמונות — meaning in English: the pictures
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the pictures / the photos
שהם
shehem
לאגור
le'egor
בגבהים
begvahim
הקדמונים
hakadmonim
התמונות
hatmunot
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neutral
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use the word התמונות (hatmunot) when discussing personal memories or family events, such as looking at photo albums during gatherings. It can also come up in conversations about art exhibitions or when sharing images on social media, making it a versatile term in both casual and reflective contexts.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym to התמונות is 'תמונות' (tmuna), which simply means 'pictures' in the plural without the definite article 'the.' You would use התמונות when specifically referring to particular pictures that are known in the context, whereas תמונות can be used more generally.
Culture
The word התמונות (hatmunot) comes from the root 'תמונה' (tmuna), which means 'image' or 'picture'. In Israeli culture, photographs hold a significant place in preserving memories, particularly during holidays and family gatherings, where sharing pictures can foster connection and nostalgia. Fun fact: There's a popular tradition in Israel of creating digital photo albums that families compile to celebrate milestones, and the word התמונות is central to those discussions.
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