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החיסונית — meaning in English: Immune system
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the immune
החיסונית
hakhisunit
רוקע
roke'a
נרצחו
nirtsekhu
ובשל
ubeshel
ערוצים
arutsim
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neutral
common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers commonly use the word 'החיסונית' (hakhisunit) in medical discussions, especially when talking about health, diseases, and vaccinations. For example, you might hear it in a conversation about how to boost your immune system during flu season or in a doctor's office explaining the importance of vaccines in strengthening immunity.
Synonyms & nuances
'החיסונית' (hakhisunit) is often used interchangeably with 'מערכת חיסונית' (ma'arechet hakhisunit), which directly translates to 'immune system'. However, 'החיסונית' can imply a more active or functional aspect of the immune system, while the longer term may refer to the structural organization of it.
Culture
'החיסונית' (hakhisunit) comes from the root 'חיסון' (chison), meaning 'to immunize'. In modern Hebrew, this word has gained increased prominence due to the global focus on health and wellness, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, where discussions about the immune system became part of daily conversations. This reflects a growing awareness of health and preventive care in Israeli society.
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