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עברית
גרעין — meaning in English: nucleus
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grain / nucleus
נים
nim
יחסיו
yakhasav
גרעין
gar'in
המוקדם
hamukdam
בצל
betsel
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Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use the word גרעין (gar'in) in scientific discussions, particularly in biology or chemistry, to describe the nucleus of an atom or a cell. You might hear it during a university lecture or in a conversation about genetics when talking about the central part of a structure.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym for גרעין is 'מוקד' (mok'ed), which means 'focus' or 'center.' While גרעין specifically refers to a physical core, מוקד can also refer to an abstract center of attention, making them suitable in different contexts.
Culture
The word גרעין (gar'in) traces its roots to the Hebrew verb גרע (gar'a), which means 'to peel' or 'to remove the outer layer.' This reflects the idea of revealing something essential at the core. Interestingly, the term also appears in agricultural contexts, as the nucleus of a seed is crucial for growth, intertwining science and nature in Hebrew culture.
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