Hebrew Verb Tables

Writing With and Without Vowels

Many Hebrew learners find the topic of nikkud (vowel signs) and spelling confusing. This article tries to give a meaningful overview of the Israeli ways of spelling.

Expressing obligation in Hebrew - part 1

Read this for an overview of Hebrew modal verbs and expressions that convey necessity or obligation - such as "must", "should", "needs", "it is necessary" and the like.

Pronunciations of Hebrew

While modern spoken Israeli Hebrew has a more or less consistent standard of pronunciation, there are a lot of radically different ways the same Hebrew words can be pronounced in religious or historical contexts in different communities. This text is about Ashkenazi Hebrew, one of the most historically important variants of the language.

A financial market vocabulary

A brief list of Hebrew words that you might need while reading business press, with examples and explanations.

Song: Ha-Kol Patuach

Today's song of the day: HaKol Patuach by Naomi Shemer! Read the article for full translation and comments.

How to Dress in Hebrew

In Hebrew, there are separate words for wearing and removing each particular item of clothing. See all these words in one table.

Case Study: Adon Olam

Reading together the first stanza of Adon Olam – a well-known piece of medieval Hebrew liturgical poetry turned into a popular Israeli song.

Hebrew learning resources

10 learning resources that may be helpful to an intermediate Hebrew learner.