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הם — meaning in English: they
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they (m.)
הם
hem
פרחים
prakhim
קליעות
kli'ot
בביולוגיה
bebiologya
בענפי
be'anfei
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neutral
very common
Usage
Hebrew speakers commonly use 'הם' when referring to a group of people or things in both casual and formal conversations. For instance, you might hear it in a discussion about friends, as in 'They are going to the movies,' or in a classroom setting when a teacher is explaining something about students.
Synonyms & nuances
The word 'הם' is a straightforward pronoun meaning 'they.' Unlike 'הן' which refers specifically to a group of females, 'הם' is gender-neutral and can be used for mixed-gender or all-male groups. Choosing 'הם' over 'הן' depends on the gender composition of the group you are discussing.
Culture
'הם' is a fundamental pronoun in Hebrew, reflecting both the language's structure and its emphasis on community and collectivity. The word is derived from the root that signifies plurality, highlighting how Hebrew often conveys meaning through its roots and structures, making it an essential building block for learners of the language.
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