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פסיכולוגית — meaning in English: Psychologist

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Guess the translation for psychologist (f.s.) / psychologically
מדענים
mad'anim
היוו
hivu
פסיכולוגית
psikhologit
השאלות
hashe'elot
לכתר
laketer
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neutral common
Usage
Native speakers commonly use the word פסיכולוגית when discussing mental health, therapy sessions, or personal development. For example, you might hear someone say, 'אני הולך לפסיכולוגית שלי' (I'm going to my psychologist) when referring to their appointment during a casual conversation with friends.
Synonyms & nuances
While פסיכולוגית specifically refers to a psychologist, another related term is מטפל (metapel), meaning therapist. The difference lies in specialization; פסיכולוגית may focus more on cognitive and emotional aspects, whereas מטפל can encompass a wider range of therapy practices.
Culture
The word פסיכולוגית is derived from the Greek roots 'psyche,' meaning soul or mind, and 'logos,' meaning study or discourse. In Israel, the importance of mental health has gained significant attention, leading to an increase in the number of psychologists and a growing acceptance of therapy as a vital component of well-being.
FAQ
Q.What is the female form of the word psychologist in Hebrew?
The female form of the word is פסיכולוגית (psikhologit), which is commonly used to refer to female psychologists. The male counterpart is פסיכולוג (psikholog).
Q.How do I use פסיכולוגית in a sentence?
You can use פסיכולוגית in sentences such as 'היא פסיכולוגית מצוינת' (She is an excellent psychologist) or 'אני צריך לפסיכולוגית שלי' (I need to talk to my psychologist).
Q.Are there any common mistakes when using פסיכולוגית?
A common mistake is using פסיכולוגית to refer to any mental health professional. Remember, פסיכולוגית specifically denotes a psychologist, while other terms like מטפל might be more appropriate for other types of therapists.
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