Jessi: Hello, and welcome to Hebrew Survival Phrases, brought to you by HebrewPod101.com. This course is designed to equip you with the language skills and knowledge to enable you to get the most out of your visit to Israel. You'll be surprised at how far a little Hebrew will go. Now, before we jump in, remember to stop by HebrewPod101.com and there you'll find the accompanying PDF and additional info in the post. If you stop by, be sure to leave us a comment! |
Survival Phrases lesson 2 - You’re Welcome in Hebrew |
In today's lesson, we'll continue to learn more phrases that will help you with basic etiquette. Israelis are exceptionably hospitable. They use phrases of gratitude and those related quite often. Even though you may not get the chance to use Ein bead ma ("You're welcome") during your trip in Israel, there's a very good chance you'll hear it. So let's have a closer look at it! |
In Hebrew, "You're welcome" is Bevakasha. Let’s break it down by syllable, Bevakasha. Now, let’s hear it once again, Bevakasha. The word Bevakasha means, "You're welcome." Let’s break it down this word and hear it one more time, Bevakasha. |
You can also respond to someone who has thanked you by using two very similar expressions. They are Ein bead ma, which literally means, "it's nothing," and Ze beseder, which means, "it's okay." Let’s break it down Ein bead ma by syllable, Ein bead ma. Now, let’s hear it once again, Ein bead ma. Let’s break it down Ze beseder by syllable, Ze beseder. Now, let’s hear it once again, Ze beseder. |
Remember, Ein bead ma means, "it's nothing," and Ze beseder means, "It's okay." |
Of the expressions we have seen, please keep in mind that we can use Bevakasha, Ein bead ma, and Ze beseder in any situation, formal or informal. |
Ok, to close out today's lessons, we would like you to practice what you have just learned. I’ll provide you with the English equivalent of the phrase and you’re responsible for shouting it out loud. You’ll have a few seconds before I give you the answer, so Behatzlacha! which means “Good luck!” in Hebrew. |
“You're welcome.” - Bevakasha. |
“It's nothing.” - Ein bead ma. |
“It's okay.” - Ze beseder. |
Jessi: Alright! That's going to do it for today. Remember to stop by HebrewPod101.com and pick up the accompanying PDF. If you stop by, be sure to leave us a comment! |
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HideHello, Listeners! Let's say 'Thank you' and 'Your're welcome' in Hebrew!
Hi Bolis,
Thank you for posting.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
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Cristiane
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Bevakashah
Hi Daniel and Clark,
Thanks for posting!
@Daniel - seems like you already have a good foundation of Hebrew! we hope you'll enjoy our lessons!
@Clark - The literal translation of "God Bless you" is actually: אלוהים יברך אותך (elohim yevarekh otkha/otakh). But you are right - לבריאות - as you wrote - is what people usually say after someone sneezes 😄
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Roi
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Love the lesson, “ תודה רבה ”
Todah Rabbah!
בבקשה!
“Bevakashah”
תודה רבה!
- I found a translation for God Bless you, I hope the Hebrew script writing is kindly received.
לִברִיאוּת!
Shalom ani Daniel ani mi Romania Sibiu io ani bepensya Am rotse lilimed ivrit Ulefa atei mizrach kadiman ayin letzi yon tzoftyah od to avdah tikvateiu Ze besender Ani mode lecha
Hi ,
You're welcome! - על לא דבר! 😄😄
Enjoy learning Hebrew and let us know if you have any questions or special thoughts about the lessons!
Yours,
Roi
Team HebrewPod101.com
תודה רבה!!!
Hi Ripper,
Thank you for posting.
Keep up practicing and in case of any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
Cristiane
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Thank you- Todah!
You're Welcome- Bevakasha!
Hi Nguyen huyen and Nilbert,
Thanks for posting and for the good feedback!
We're happy you're enjoying our website and learning Hebrew!
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Roi
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