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מבחוץ — meaning in English: on the outside
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ישר
yashar
מבחוץ
mibakhuts
למראה
lemar'a
שקל
shakal
משמשת
meshameshet
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'מבחוץ' (mibakhuts) when describing the physical location of objects or when discussing social situations, particularly in phrases like 'I saw it from the outside' or 'What does it look like from the outside?' This word is common in conversations about architecture, fashion, and gatherings, where the appearance or impression of something from an external perspective is being considered.
Synonyms & nuances
'מבחוץ' closely relates to 'חיצוני' (khitzoni), which means 'external.' However, while 'חיצוני' can refer to an external structure or aspect in a more technical sense, 'מבחוץ' is more commonly used in everyday conversation to describe visual or experiential viewpoints.
Culture
'מבחוץ' (mibakhuts) literally means 'from the outside' in Hebrew. This word reflects the cultural importance of community and external perceptions in Israeli society, where people often discuss appearances and first impressions in both social and business contexts. Interestingly, the concept of 'outside' can often carry connotations of belonging or exclusion in Israel's diverse society.
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