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פניו — meaning in English: His face
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his face
בערב
ba'erev
לפיה
lefiha
גוזלים
gozlim
פניו
panav
ועקב
ve'akev
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'פניו' (panav) in everyday conversation when discussing someone's appearance or emotions, particularly in contexts involving facial expressions. For instance, you might hear it when describing how a friend looked in a recent photo or discussing someone's reaction during a specific event.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'פנים' (panim), which means 'face' in a more general sense. While 'פנים' is often used in broader contexts, 'פניו' specifically emphasizes possession, translating directly to 'his face', making it particularly useful in discussions about someone's individual emotions or reactions.
Culture
'פניו' (panav) is derived from the root 'פ-נ-ה' which relates to facing or being in front of something. In Hebrew culture, the face is often viewed as a window to one's emotions, making this word significant in both daily communication and in literature, where characters are frequently described by their facial expressions to convey deeper feelings.
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