you're learning to speak Hebrew, and it's going well. Your confidence is growing! So much so that you feel ready to share your experiences on social media—in Hebrew. At Learn Hebrew, we make this easy for you to get it right the first time. Post like a boss with these phrases and guidelines, and get to practice your Hebrew in the process. 1. Talking about Your Restaurant Visit in Hebrew Eating out is fun, and often an experience you’d like to share. Take a pic, and start a conversation on social media in Hebrew. Your friend will be amazed by your language skills...and perhaps your taste in restaurants! Eyal eats at a restaurant with his friends, posts an image of the group, and leaves this comment: POST Let's break down Eyal's... Show more

As most of us learn when we are still young children, one of the most important things to know in life is when to say you’re sorry. Of course, this is just as true in Israel as anywhere else, so knowing how to say I’m sorry in Hebrew is something you want to be sure of. That said, it is crucial to understand that attitudes toward asking for and granting forgiveness are quite different in Israeli culture from those associated with Western and particularly American cultures. Indeed, if one had to characterize the concept of apology and forgiveness in Israel, it would be fair to say that Israelis apologize less frequently and less effusively than other cultures. In other words, Israelis probably won’t say sorry if they accidentally brush... Show more

Rosh Hashanah, which is the Jewish New Year, is a time of new beginnings and fresh starts—very much like New Years around the world. On this day, Jews cast aside their wrongdoings from the previous year in hopes of becoming better the following year, and they wish each other a sweeter new year. In this article, you’ll learn about the Rosh Hashanah meaning and history, and what traditional celebrations look like today. In learning about this significant religious and cultural holiday, you’ll gain much into Jewish culture. This, in turn, should fuel your desire to master the Hebrew language! On the other hand, if you're looking for New Year's vocabulary that would be more useful at a secular, December New Year's Party, we've got something... Show more

It goes without saying that more and more of our lives are lived in the virtual sphere with each passing year. This is true throughout the developed world, and Israel is no exception. While it would be difficult to gauge exact numbers, there is no doubt that Israelis are communicating more via texts and chats than ever before. And, as is the case wherever people communicate via digital means, new Hebrew internet slang words have emerged. They’re characterized by the adaptation of words and expressions (both Hebrew and foreign) for use on the internet and social media, as well as by a penchant for brevity and immediacy to keep up with the pace of instant messages. Even before the internet age, Hebrew was, in fact, already full of pithy,... Show more

A first impression casts ripples into the future of any relationship; they're the most important meeting you may ever have with a person. Whether meeting a potential business partner, making a new friend, or asking someone out on a date, we only get one chance to make a good first impression. With that in mind, the way you introduce yourself to others counts perhaps as much as anything else you might say afterward. But there's no need to stress when trying to learn how to say "My name is" in Hebrew, or any other self-introduction. HebrewPod101.com has you covered! With the following lesson on "how to introduce yourself in Hebrew" phrases, and a bit of practice, it'll become second nature. Like most languages, Hebrew offers numerous ways... Show more

Lag BaOmer, the 33rd Day of the Omer, is one of the significant holidays on the calendar to Jews. From its association with Rabbi Akiva and the Bar Kochba revolt, the Lag BaOmer story is truly a staple of Jewish culture. And as any language learner knows, understanding a country’s culture is the most important factor in mastering its language! At HebrewPod101.com, we hope to make your learning experience both fun and informative! 1. What is the Lag BaOmer Holiday? Israelites celebrate Lag Ba’omer to commemorate some events that occurred during the second century of the common era: the Bar Kochva revolt against the Romans, the end of the plague that killed thousands of Rabbi Akiva’s students, and the death of Rabbi Shimon Bar... Show more

Do you often feel lonely and sad? Do you long for romance and are willing to do whatever it takes to meet that special person? Speaking another language could revolutionize your love life! So, why wait? Learning how to say ‘love’ in Hebrew could be just what you need to find it. Or perhaps you were lucky, and have found your Hebrew partner already. Fantastic! Yet, a cross-cultural relationship comes with unique challenges. Learning how to speak your lover’s language will greatly improve your communication and enhance the relationship. At HebrewPod101, our team will teach you all the words, quotes and phrases you need to woo your Hebrew lover with excellence! Our tutors provide personal assistance, with plenty of extra material available... Show more

Lewis Carroll, in the famous book Alice in Wonderland, wrote some of the best advice ever given: "Begin at the beginning." When learning Hebrew, as with any language, there’s no better beginning than learning how to say hello in Hebrew. We say hello to people all the time, every day. Whether we want to greet a friend, start a conversation with a stranger to ask for directions, or perhaps introduce ourselves to someone we see from across the bar, knowing the right Hebrew greeting is essential! Is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of hello in Hebrew shalom? You’re not alone, as this is the most common and popular way to say hello in Hebrew greetings. As in many languages, there are several different ways to say hello... Show more

Most everyone is familiar with this day, as it is celebrated nearly everywhere the world. Yet, when exactly is April Fools’ Day? And where did April Fools come from? April Fools’ Day is observed on April 1st every year. This day of jokes and pranks is believed to have stemmed from the 16th-century calendar change in France, when New Year’s Day was moved from April 1 to January 1. This action was taken due to the adoption of the Gregorian calendar. However, a few people were resistant to the calendar change, so they continued to observe New Year’s Day on April 1st, rather than the new date. They were referred to as the “April Fools”, and others started playing mocking tricks on them. This custom endured, and is practiced to this day... Show more

Learn a little Hebrew everyday with the free Hebrew Word of the Day Widget. Check back daily for more vocabulary!פיל (pil) elephant (noun)אני ראיתי פיל בגן החיות.Ani ra'iti pil be'gan ha'khayot.I saw an elephant at the zoo.הפילון משחק עם עפר בגן החיות.Ha-pilon me'sakhek im afar be-gan ha-khayot.The baby elephant is playing with dirt in a zoo.פיל אפורpil aforgray elephantOwn a blog or website? Share free language content with your readers with the Hebrew Word of the Day with Audio Widget. Click here for instructions on how to embed and customize this free widget!