Roi Bracha
Hebrew Teacher
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Co-authored Articles (11)
What Does “Yalla” Mean?
How to use this Hebrew and Arabic word in any context''Yalla'' is a popular slang term in Hebrew and Arabic, but what does it mean exactly? You might hear this term used when someone is trying to catch a flight or runnin...
How to Tell if a Last Name Is Jewish
Learn to spot Jewish names in genealogical research If you’re hoping to figure out if someone is Jewish based on their last name, we’ve got some unfortunate news for you. There aren’t really any 100% Jewish names i...
How to
Say Thank You in Hebrew
Make some new Israeli friends? Visiting the Holy Land? Just trying to expand your international vocabulary? Luckily, learning to say "thank you" in Hebrew is easy even if you don't know any other words in the language. T...
What Does Mazal Mean? A Traditional Jewish Phrase Explained
Plus, learn why Jews say mazal to close business deals "Mazal" is a Hebrew word used most often in the phrase "Mazal tov!" which means "Congratulations!" or "Good luck!" But mazal is also spoken at the close of a busines...
What Is the Meaning of Shabbat Shalom?
When it’s appropriate to say this greeting & how to reply “Shabbat shalom” is a Hebrew phrase that means “Peaceful Sabbath.” Jewish people commonly say it to one another as a friendly greeting to wish them a ha...
How to
Read Hebrew
Plus, a complete list of Hebrew letters & their pronunciationsThere are many reasons as to why Jews learn how to read Hebrew. In order to read the Hebrew language, you must understand how to read and pronounce the letter...
How to
Say Thank You in Yiddish
So you want to say "thank you" in Yiddish. Say "a dank" to mean "thank you". 28 May 2025., and say "a sheynem dank" for "thank you very much." Read on for more cultural context!
How to
Say Happy Birthday in Hebrew
Saying happy birthday is a simple phrase that can mean a lot. If you are planning on attending a Bar and Bat Mitzvah, it's a nice gesture to wish them happy birthday in Hebrew. Here is how to say happy birthday in Hebre...
How to
Say Happy Passover in Hebrew
Learn to share Passover greetings in proper Hebrew The spring festival of Passover commemorates the emancipation of the ancient Israelites from slavery. The celebration is a joyous occasion in the Jewish religion. If you...
How to
Say Happy Holidays in Hebrew
There are many Jewish holidays and festivals, each with a unique Hebrew greeting. Learning each one would be difficult for someone with a rudimentary understanding of Hebrew. There are, however, phrases and sayings that ...
How to
Greet Someone During Yom Kippur
Warm greetings are a welcome sound during Yom Kippur. Yom Kippur is a somber day of atonement and fasting, so sensitivity is far more welcome than an invitation to visit the newest restaurant in town. Instead, wish other...
