Hebrew Words


Close-up of a coffee cup featuring intricate latte art on the foam surface, served in a brown paper cup.
Coffee — Cafeh
Explore the Hebrew word for coffee and learn how it connects you to Israeli culture and dining experiences.
Elderly man with glasses eating a meal with a fork at a dining table, enjoying a moment of food appreciation during the IFCJ event.
That was delicious — Ze Haya Ta'im
Learn the meaning of Hebrew words for 'That was delicious' and impress your friends with Ze Haya Ta'im after meals.
A glass of wine
May I see the wine menu? — Efshar Lir'ot Et
This is a polite and commonly used phrase in restaurants, wine bars, hotels, and fine dining establishments throughout Israel.
Stills from the model Shabbat production day, focus on the candles and flowers in the middle of the table, Liam and Sapir out of focus in the background, food on the table, rice, salad, plates, napkins, silverware, glass, pitcher
Have a nice meal — Arucha Ne’imah
Learn how to say Hebrew for have a nice meal with Arucha Ne’imah to enhance your dining experiences in Israel.
Group of children in cafeteria getting food, lunchroom, dining, food, green sweater, blue sweatshirt, blue shirt, glasses, yarmulke
When do you want to eat? — Ma’tai Atah Rotzeh
Learn the Hebrew phrase for 'When do you want to eat?' and enhance your conversational skills with practical vocabulary.
A diverse Middle Eastern food platter featuring chickpeas, pickles, salads, and condiments, served on a dark table.
Food — Maachal
Discover the Hebrew word for food: Maachal. Learn its significance in Israeli culture and everyday conversations.
Young woman serving coffee at a restaurant, with other diners in the background, capturing a moment of hospitality and service.
May I have the check, please? — Efsher Lekabel Et
Learn the Hebrew word for 'May I have the check, please?' and elevate your dining experience with polite phrases.
Dinner with holocaust survivors, DRTV Ukraine infomercial production January 14-24, 2020, Yael Eckstein sits at a dinner table with holocaust survivors, elderly women and elderly men, all looking at their plate of food, black shirt, orange shirt, blue hat, food, winter clothing
Bon appetit — Biteavon
The Hebrew word for "bon appetit" is Biteavon. Check back every day to learn more Hebrew words and phrases.
Chips and salsa
Appetizer — Mithabeen
Discover the Hebrew word for 'Appetizer': Mithabeen, a key term for navigating menus in Israeli restaurants.
Restaurant at a luxury resort
I have a reservation — Yesh Li Hazmana
Learn the Hebrew phrase for 'I have a reservation' and communicate effectively during your bookings and appointments.
An elderly woman with white hair and a black headband hugging a young girl with curly hair in a warm, caring embrace indoors.
Thank you — Todah
Learn the Hebrew word for 'Thank you' and discover its significance in Israeli culture. Express gratitude with Todah.
Image of a plate with a knife and fork wrapped in napkins
Plate — Tzalachat
Learn what the Hebrew word for 'plate' means and how it represents more than just a dish for serving food.