Hebrew

I’ve tested way too many Hebrew learning apps over the past few months, and honestly? Most of them are pretty disappointing. You’ll find hundreds in the app store, all claiming they’ll have you speaking Hebrew fluently in weeks. The reality is that most rely on basic flashcards

Want to surprise your Israeli friend or Hebrew-speaking colleague on their birthday? A simple "Happy Birthday" in Hebrew shows you care about their cultural background and adds a personal touch to your greeting that they'll appreciate. In this post, I'll share exactly how to

Most people pick up a few Hebrew words from Jewish prayers or Israeli news, but they stumble when trying to have actual conversations. You might know "shalom" and recognize Hebrew letters, but when an Israeli helps you with directions or holds a door, you freeze up because you

When learning Hebrew, one of the first and most important rules you’ll encounter is that every noun has a gender. In Hebrew grammar, nouns are either masculine or feminine, and this affects everything from adjectives to verbs and even how you count things. The gender of nouns is simply

Hebrew is one of the few languages in the world that experienced a full-scale revival—from a primarily religious language to a modern, thriving spoken tongue. Today, Hebrew is spoken by over 9 million people globally. But is it only spoken in Israel? And how has it spread beyond its

Learning Hebrew is exciting, especially when you start recognizing words in shows, songs, or real conversations. But if you're only focusing on formal grammar and textbook phrases, your Hebrew might not match what people are actually saying. To really connect with Israelis — and to understand fast, casual Hebrew

Hebrew catches people's attention for all sorts of reasons. Maybe you're planning a trip to Israel, diving into Jewish culture, or you're just curious about how it laid dormant for some time and yet made a total comeback. But let's be honest:

Planning a trip to Israel? Hebrew may look intimidating with its unique alphabet and right-to-left writing system, but mastering just a handful of expressions will earn you smiles, respect, and maybe even new friends along the way. In this guide, I'll walk you through 50 essential Hebrew phrases