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העננים — meaning in English: the clouds
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the clouds
לתמוך
litmokh
הקבע
hakeva
דיביזיית
divizyat
האם
ha'em
העננים
ha'ananim
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neutral
very common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use the word העננים (ha'ananim) in everyday conversations about the weather or when describing a scenic view. For instance, someone might say, 'העננים מכסים את השמש' (The clouds are covering the sun) during a casual chat or while enjoying a picnic in a park.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'עננים' (ananim), which also means 'clouds' but is used more generally without the definite article. You might choose 'העננים' to emphasize specific clouds in a given context, such as when discussing the weather or a particular scenery.
Culture
The word העננים (ha'ananim) comes from the root word ענן (anan), which means 'cloud' in Hebrew. Clouds have significant cultural symbolism in Judaism, often representing divine presence or protection. In ancient texts, clouds are frequently depicted as a metaphor for God's glory and majesty, adding a layer of spirituality to this seemingly simple word.
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