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בנם — meaning in English: Their son
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their son
מקורה
makora
בנם
bnam
חבל
khaval
היצורים
hayetsurim
אצלי
etsli
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use the word 'בנם' (bnam) in casual conversations when discussing family relationships, particularly when talking about children. For instance, a parent might say, 'בנם של השכנים מאוד חמוד' (The neighbors' son is very cute) when commenting on a child's behavior during a neighborhood gathering.
Synonyms & nuances
'בנם' specifically refers to 'their son', emphasizing possession by a third party. In contrast, 'בנים' (banim) means 'sons' in the plural form but does not denote possession. Use 'בנם' when you want to highlight the relationship of a particular son to someone else.
Culture
The word 'בנם' is derived from the root 'בן' (ben), which means 'son' in Hebrew. In Israeli culture, discussing family is a central aspect of social interaction, and words related to family ties are frequently used. The significance of sons in Hebrew tradition can be traced back to biblical times, where lineage and family heritage played a crucial role.
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