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מהמין — meaning in English: Of the sex
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from the kind / from the species / from the gender / from the sex
למניעת
lemeni'at
ותחילת
utkhilat
בהגנה
behagana
מהמין
mehamin
בתרופות
batrufot
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Usage
The Hebrew word 'מהמין' (mehamin) is often used in medical or biological discussions, particularly when talking about sexual characteristics or classifications. Native speakers might encounter it in educational settings, such as biology classes, or in conversations about gender identity and sexual orientation.
Synonyms & nuances
'מהמין' is closely related to 'מין' (min), which means 'gender' or 'species'. While 'מין' is more general and can refer to animal and plant classifications, 'מהמין' specifically addresses aspects of sex and gender, making it more precise in discussions about human sexuality.
Culture
The word 'מהמין' comes from the root 'מין', meaning 'kind' or 'species', which has deep roots in ancient texts discussing the differentiation of living beings. In contemporary Hebrew, it has evolved to encompass discussions about gender and sexuality, reflecting the broader societal conversations happening around these topics in Israel today.
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