Jewish Languages

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What Does the Hebrew Word Neshama Mean?

The Hebrew word for breath also means soul.

What’s the Difference Between a Klutz and a Putz?

Neither Yiddish type is particularly flattering, but one is definitely worse than the other.

What Does the Word Nebbish Mean?

This classic Yiddish archetype describes a person who is always overlooked.

What Does the Hebrew Word ‘Ir’ Mean?

The Hebrew word for city comes from a verbal root that means "wakeful."

What Do the Words Abba and Ima (Ema) Mean?

Though not originally Hebrew terms, they are now among the most commonly used Hebrew words.

What Do the Hebrew Words ‘Ben’ and ‘Bat’ Mean?

The Hebrew words for son and daughter are used in many ways.

What Does ‘Balabusta’ Mean?

A one-time Jewish homemaker ideal that continues to inspire.

What Does ‘Shabbat Shalom’ Mean?

One of the most common Jewish greetings explained.

English Words of Hebrew Origin

From cabal to camel, a list of English words that derive from Hebrew.

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