נענע
na'na'feminine
The English word 'mint' (the plant) is translated into Hebrew as נענע (na'na'). Wiktionary also lists מִנְתָּה (minta).
Meaning: plant (noun)
Ways to say it
| Hebrew | Romanization (Wiktionary) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| נענע | na'na' | feminine |
| מִנְתָּה | minta | feminine |
Which one should you use?
While נענע is the standard word, מִנְתָּה is a more formal or botanical term for mint.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word נענע is a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
na'na'
Did you know?
- The word נענע shares a linguistic ancestry with the Old Armenian word անանուխ, suggesting ancient connections in the Middle East.
- In Israel, נענע is the essential ingredient for 'Nana Tea', a staple drink often served with fresh leaves floating in the glass rather than as a tea bag.
- In some traditional contexts, the scent of נענע is associated with freshness and purity, often appearing in homemade soaps and fragrances.
Examples in context
- נענע לא צומחת פה.Mint doesn't grow here.This sentence is useful for describing where mint grows.Tatoeba #13569133 by rul, translation #12033587 by Ahha
- נענע צומחת כמו עשב.Mint grows like a weed.This sentence is useful for describing the growth pattern of the plant נענע.Tatoeba #13569134 by rul, translation #7876047 by CK
Example conversation
Maya and Daniel are making tea in the kitchen.
- דניאל Danielאת רוצה נענע בתה?At rotza neana ba-te?Do you want mint in the tea?
- מאיה Mayaכן, זה נשמע מצוין.Ken, ze nishma metzuyan.Yes, that sounds great.
- דניאל Danielאני אקטיף קצת עכשיו.Ani aktif ktsat achshav.I will pick some now.
- מאיה Mayaתודה, דניאל.Toda, Daniel.Thanks, Daniel.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “mint” translations and entries נענע, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries נענע, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
