A very simple guide to pronouncing the female Hebrew name Kochava, however you spell it — Kochavah, Koḥava, Koḥavah, כּוֹכָבָה, כוכבה. It is a female derivation of the Hebrew word for “star” (כוכב, kochav) and is a modern Hebrew/Israeli name. Whether you’re looking for Hebrew names for yourself or a baby, this is a great […]
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However you spell it, there’s only one way to pronounce Hanukkah / Chanukah in Hebrew! How do you spell it?? Hanukkah, Hanukah, Hanukka, Hanukah, Chanuka, Chanukka, Channuka, Channukah, Chanukkah, etc etc etc, whatever new spelling someone makes up in English. Share your preferred spelling in the comments below! Chanukah חֲנוּכָּה means “dedication” in Hebrew and
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Why is “ch” so hard to pronounce in Hebrew?? Will you ever speak “Jewish” like you “belong”??
How to Pronounce “ch” in Hebrew & Some Encouragement! Read Post »
Welcome to the new series – How to Speak “Jewish”! Which words or phrases trip you up in Jewish situations? Be sure to share your ideas and/or needs down in the comments!
New Series: How to Speak “Jewish” Read Post »
Ever considered converting to Judaism? It’s probably a lot harder than you think, and it can take years. Here’s the process in a nutshell. Please donate to help modernize the blog and help bring it to YouTube: https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8ZjyzElzyC
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Not sure how to greet people on Shabbat? It’s awkward, right? Get some basic advice and pronunciation help here!
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Ever wanted this blog in audio-visual format? You’ve got your wish! We’re now on YouTube! YouTube is the second largest search engine behind the main Google search engine itself. And shocking no one more than me, since 2010, there is still very little information about conversion online, much less realistic advice. There’s a lot of
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Do you or your family want to learn everyday modern Hebrew? Talkbox.mom is what I use in my own home/our homeschool. It’s just as good for adults as kids. I studied linguistics in college – I know a thing or two about second-language acquisition. (True story: my independent study was about teaching Esperanto to older
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More is coming! I “discovered” Judaism at 19 years old, which is now half a lifetime ago. I began this blog 12 years ago, but it has been quiet for almost 4 years. I’m nearing my 10th wedding anniversary, have 2 children, and still live in the New York City area. What have I
Time is short, are you ready?? Don’t worry if you’re behind. Don’t worry if you haven’t even started. Full disclosure: we haven’t started and we never do until right before. Maybe it’s ADHD, maybe she’s born with it? Either way, here are some last-minute resources you might find useful! Chag kasher v’sameach! Have a happy
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