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שעדיין — meaning in English: Still
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that still
ההנחה
hahanakha
שעדיין
she'adayin
נשלחה
nishlekha
בעתיד
ba'atid
המטבחים
hamitbakhim
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neutral
very common
Usage
Native speakers use the word 'שעדיין' (she'adayin) in various contexts, particularly when discussing ongoing situations or emphasizing continuity. For instance, a parent might say, 'הילד שלי עדיין ישן' (My child is still sleeping) to indicate that their child has not yet woken up, or friends might chat about a movie they are still watching, using the word to highlight that it’s not finished yet.
Synonyms & nuances
'שעדיין' (she'adayin) is similar to 'עד' (ad) in that both imply continuation, but 'עד' has a more definitive endpoint attached to it. You would choose 'שעדיין' when you want to emphasize an ongoing state or action without a specified end, as in 'I am still waiting.'
Culture
'שעדיין' (she'adayin) has its roots in ancient Hebrew, reflecting a concept of persistence and continuity cherished in both everyday life and literature. It's interesting to note that the word can carry a slight emotional weight; when used in conversation, it often conveys a sense of hope or anticipation, as if waiting for something to change or resolve.
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