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Hebrew Words for Everyday Communication

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Learning a new language can be a fulfilling adventure, and embracing Hebrew for everyday communication is no exception. Whether you’re planning a trip to Israel or simply looking to expand your linguistic repertoire, understanding some basic Hebrew words can be incredibly useful. Here are some Hebrew words and phrases to get you started on your journey to mastering everyday communication in Hebrew.

שָׁלוֹם (shalom) – Hello/Peace
אני מאחל לך שלום וברכה (Ani me’achel lecha shalom u’bracha) – I wish you peace and blessings.

תוֹדָה (todah) – Thank you
תודה על המתנה הנפלאה (Todah al ha’matanah ha’nifla’ah) – Thank you for the wonderful gift.

בְּבַקָּשָׁה (bevakasha) – Please
העביר לי את המלח, בבקשה (Ha’avir li et ha’melach, bevakasha) – Pass me the salt, please.

סְלִיחָה (slicha) – Sorry/Excuse me
סליחה, אני לא שמעתי מה אמרת (Slicha, ani lo shamati mah amarta) – Sorry, I didn’t hear what you said.

לְהִתְרָאוֹת (lehitra’ot) – Goodbye
הייתה לי נעימה, להתראות! (Hayita li ne’ima, lehitra’ot!) – It was nice, goodbye!

כֵּן (ken) – Yes
כן, אני רוצה עוד קפה (Ken, ani rotzeh od cafe) – Yes, I would like more coffee.

לֹא (lo) – No
לא, אני לא צריך עזרה כרגע (Lo, ani lo tzarich ezrah karega) – No, I don’t need help right now.

מָה (mah) – What
מה זה? (Mah zeh?) – What is this?

מִתַי (mitai) – When
מתי נפגשים בדיוק? (Mitai nifgashim b’diyuk?) – When exactly are we meeting?

אֵיפֹה (eifo) – Where
איפה התחנה הקרובה? (Eifo ha’tachana ha’karova?) – Where is the nearest station?

לָמָּה (lama) – Why
למה אתה שואל? (Lama ata shoel?) – Why are you asking?

אִיךְ (eich) – How
איך אני מגיע לשדה התעופה? (Eich ani magia le’sdeh ha’teu’fah?) – How do I get to the airport?

מִי (mi) – Who
מי יכול לעזור לי? (Mi yakhol la’azor li?) – Who can help me?

אַחְלָה (achla) – Awesome/Cool
אחלה מסיבה אתמול בערב (Achla mesibah etmol ba’erev) – Awesome party last night.

כַּמָּה (kamah) – How much
כמה זה עולה? (Kamah zeh oleh?) – How much does this cost?

רַעֲבָן (ra’evan) – Hungry
אני רעבן, יש משהו לאכול? (Ani ra’evan, yesh mashehu le’echol?) – I’m hungry, is there something to eat?

Each of these words and phrases provides a glimpse into everyday Hebrew communication. Use them to bridge the gap between cultures and start conversations with native Hebrew speakers. With persistence and practice, you’ll find yourself navigating social situations with greater ease and confidence. Shalom and happy learning!

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