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הימני — meaning in English: Right
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the right / the right handed / the rightist (m.s.)
חזה
khaza
צרורי
tsrori
הבקיע
hivki'a
שבתי
shavti
הימני
hayemani
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neutral
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers commonly use 'הימני' (hayemani) when giving directions, such as stating where to turn at an intersection. It is also used in everyday conversations to describe political orientations, referring to right-wing individuals or parties, especially during discussions about current events or elections.
Synonyms & nuances
'הימני' is often used in contexts where direction is implied, while 'ימני' can also refer more abstractly to qualities associated with the right, such as in politics. You would choose 'הימני' when needing to specify direction, whereas 'ימני' might be better for describing ideologies or characteristics.
Culture
'הימני' has its roots in the Hebrew word 'ימין' (yamin), meaning 'right' or 'right-hand.' In Jewish tradition, the right side is often associated with blessings and goodness, further embedding this term within the cultural fabric. Interestingly, the use of 'hayemani' has extended beyond directions, becoming a part of political discourse in Israel, where terms like left (שמאלי, smali) and right are frequently debated.
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