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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will learn the Hebrew words for family members and how to use them in sentences. Family is an important part of any culture, and knowing the vocabulary related to family members will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Hebrew. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about your family and understand when others talk about theirs. Let's get started!

Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Below is a list of common Hebrew vocabulary words for family members. Familiarize yourself with these words and their pronunciations:

Hebrew	Pronunciation	English Translation
אבא	Aba	Father
אמא	Ima	Mother
בן	Ben	Son
בת	Bat	Daughter
אח	Ach	Brother
אחות	Achot	Sister
סבא	Saba	Grandfather
סבתא	Savta	Grandmother
דוד	Dod	Uncle
דודה	Doda	Aunt

Note: The pronunciation guide uses Latin script to give you an idea of how the words sound. For a more accurate pronunciation, consider using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).

Usage[edit | edit source]

Now that you know the vocabulary words for family members, let's see how they are used in sentences. Here are some examples:

אבא שלי יודע לבשל טעים! (Aba sheli yodea levashel ta'im!) - My father knows how to cook deliciously!
אימא שלי עובדת בבנק. (Ima sheli ovedet bebank.) - My mother works at a bank.
הבן שלך משחק כדורגל? (Ha'ben shelcha mashechek kaduregel?) - Does your son play soccer?
הבת שלה עובדת בחברת תוכנה. (Ha'bat shelah ovedet bachevrat tochna.) - Her daughter works at a software company.
האח שלי גר בתל אביב. (Ha'ach sheli gar betel aviv.) - My brother lives in Tel Aviv.
האחות שלה גרה בירושלים. (Ha'achot shelah garah biyerushalayim.) - Her sister lives in Jerusalem.
סבתא שלי יודעת לספר סיפורים יפים. (Savta sheli yode'at lesaper sipurim yafim.) - My grandmother knows how to tell beautiful stories.
סבא שלי אוהב לספר על ההיסטוריה שלנו. (Saba sheli ohev lesaper al ha'historya shelanu.) - My grandfather loves to talk about our history.
הדוד שלי יודע לשחק בגיטרה. (Ha'dod sheli yodea l'shacheck begitara.) - My uncle knows how to play the guitar.
הדודה שלה עוזרת בבית ספר. (Ha'doda shelah ozeret bebeit sefer.) - Her aunt helps at a school.

Feel free to practice these sentences and substitute the family members with your own family members. This will help you personalize the language and make it more meaningful to you.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In Hebrew culture, family is highly valued and plays a central role in people's lives. Israelis tend to have strong family ties and often live in close proximity to their extended family members. It is common for family members to gather for Shabbat dinners and other special occasions. The Hebrew language reflects this importance with specific vocabulary words for various family members.

It is interesting to note that Hebrew has separate words for maternal and paternal grandparents. "Saba" is used for grandfather on the father's side, while "Doda" is used for grandfather on the mother's side. Similarly, "Savta" is used for grandmother on the father's side, while "Doda" is used for grandmother on the mother's side. This distinction shows the significance of lineage and the different roles each grandparent plays within the family.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Here are a few exercises to help reinforce your understanding of family member vocabulary:

Exercise 1: Complete the Sentences Fill in the blanks with the appropriate family member vocabulary word:

1. אחת שלי מתגוררת ב_________. (Achot sheli mitgoreret be_________.) 2. ה____ שלי עובד בתחנת דלק. (Ha____ sheli oved betachanat delek.) 3. ה____ שלכם יודע לשחק פוטבול. (Ha____ shelchem yodea l'shacheck football.) 4. סבתא שלי תמיד מבשלת _________. (Savta sheli tamid mevashlet _________.) 5. ה____ שלו מתגורר בחו"ל. (Ha____ shelu mitgorer bechutz la'aretz.)

Solution: 1. עיר (ir) 2. אח (ach) 3. בן (ben) 4. טעים (ta'im) 5. אח (ach)

Exercise 2: Family Tree Create a family tree using the Hebrew vocabulary words for family members. Include at least five family members and describe their relationships to each other.

Solution: Here is an example of a family tree:

אבא (aba) - אמא (ima)

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 |--------------|
 |              |

בן (ben) בת (bat)

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אח (ach)

Explanation: The family tree shows the relationships between family members. "Aba" and "ima" are the parents. "Ben" and "bat" are the children. "Ach" is the brother of "ben" and "bat."

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned the Hebrew vocabulary words for family members and how to use them in sentences. This knowledge will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Hebrew, especially when talking about your own family. Don't forget to practice using these words in conversations and personalize them with your own family members. Keep up the great work, and continue to build your Hebrew language skills. Good luck with your language learning journey!

Table of Contents - Hebrew Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Introduction to Hebrew Alphabet

Everyday Hebrew Vocabulary

Hebrew Grammar

Israeli Culture

Hebrew Expressions

Hebrew Numbers

Hebrew Geography and Landmarks

Hebrew Literature and Language

Grammar Review

Videos[edit | edit source]

Learn Hebrew Vocabulary for Kids | Family Members - YouTube[edit | edit source]

My Family - Family Members in Hebrew - YouTube[edit | edit source]

How to Talk about Your Family in Hebrew? - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn the Top 15 Must-Know Hebrew Family Words - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Hebrew Weekly Words with Yaara - Family - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-As a Hebrew language teacher with 20 years of experience, one of the most important lessons in any Hebrew course is learning the Hebrew words for family members. Family is a central value in Hebrew culture, and having a solid understanding of these words and how to use them in sentences is essential for communication. In this lesson, you will learn the vocabulary for immediate and extended family, and how to properly use these words in Hebrew sentences.
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will learn the Hebrew words for family members and how to use them in sentences. Family is an important part of any culture, and knowing the vocabulary related to family members will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Hebrew. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about your family and understand when others talk about theirs. Let's get started!
-<span link>Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: [[Language/Hebrew/Vocabulary/Directions|Directions]] & [[Language/Hebrew/Vocabulary/Computers|Computers]].</span>
-== Immediate Family ==
-Immediate family consists of the people who are closest to us, typically related by marriage, blood or adoption. Here are some of the most common immediate family members and how to describe your relationship with them:
+== Vocabulary ==
+Below is a list of common Hebrew vocabulary words for family members. Familiarize yourself with these words and their pronunciations:
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 ! Hebrew !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| אבא || av || father
+| אבא || Aba || Father
 |-
-| אמא || ima || mother
+| אמא || Ima || Mother
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-| בן || ben || son
+| בן || Ben || Son
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-| בת || bat || daughter
+| בת || Bat || Daughter
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-| אח || ach || brother (older or younger)
+| אח || Ach || Brother
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-| אחות || achot || sister (older or younger)
+| אחות || Achot || Sister
+|-
+| סבא || Saba || Grandfather
+|-
+| סבתא || Savta || Grandmother
+|-
+| דוד || Dod || Uncle
+|-
+| דודה || Doda || Aunt
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-''Note: In the Hebrew language, most of the nouns referring to close family members undergo a specific morphological change when referred to a male or a female. The noun has a different ending for males and females. For example, the word for ''brother" <i>(אח)</i> would change its ending to <i>-ה</i> (<i>ach</i> אח -> <i>ach**a**</i> אחות) when referring to a female sibling. ''
+Note: The pronunciation guide uses Latin script to give you an idea of how the words sound. For a more accurate pronunciation, consider using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).
-To help you better understand how to use these words in context, here are some example sentences:
+== Usage ==
+Now that you know the vocabulary words for family members, let's see how they are used in sentences. Here are some examples:
-* אבא שלי עובד בבנק. (Avi sheli oved be-bank.) - "My father works at a bank."
+* אבא שלי יודע לבשל טעים! (Aba sheli yodea levashel ta'im!) - My father knows how to cook deliciously!
-* האמא שלי מבשלת טעים מאוד. (Haeema sheli mevashelat ta'im meod.) - "My mother is a really good cook."
+* אימא שלי עובדת בבנק. (Ima sheli ovedet bebank.) - My mother works at a bank.
-* הבן שלי אוהב לשחק בכדורגל. (Haben sheli ohev lish'chock be-kaduregel.) - "My son loves playing soccer."
+* הבן שלך משחק כדורגל? (Ha'ben shelcha mashechek kaduregel?) - Does your son play soccer?
-* הבת שלי לומדת פיסיקה באוניברסיטה. (Habat sheli lomedet fizika be-universita.) - "My daughter studies physics at university."
+* הבת שלה עובדת בחברת תוכנה. (Ha'bat shelah ovedet bachevrat tochna.) - Her daughter works at a software company.
-* אח שלי עובד בחברת הייטק. (Ach sheli oved bahevrat hi-tech.) - "My brother works at a high-tech company."
+* האח שלי גר בתל אביב. (Ha'ach sheli gar betel aviv.) - My brother lives in Tel Aviv.
-* האחות שלי נולדה בחו"ל וחזרה לארץ בגיל 14. (Haachot sheli noladah be-chutz-laaretz ve-chazra le-aretz be-gil 14.) - "My sister was born abroad and returned to Israel at the age of 14."
+* האחות שלה גרה בירושלים. (Ha'achot shelah garah biyerushalayim.) - Her sister lives in Jerusalem.
+* סבתא שלי יודעת לספר סיפורים יפים. (Savta sheli yode'at lesaper sipurim yafim.) - My grandmother knows how to tell beautiful stories.
+* סבא שלי אוהב לספר על ההיסטוריה שלנו. (Saba sheli ohev lesaper al ha'historya shelanu.) - My grandfather loves to talk about our history.
+* הדוד שלי יודע לשחק בגיטרה. (Ha'dod sheli yodea l'shacheck begitara.) - My uncle knows how to play the guitar.
+* הדודה שלה עוזרת בבית ספר. (Ha'doda shelah ozeret bebeit sefer.) - Her aunt helps at a school.
-== Extended Family ==
+Feel free to practice these sentences and substitute the family members with your own family members. This will help you personalize the language and make it more meaningful to you.
-Extended family consists of relatives beyond just your immediate family, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and more distant relatives. These are important relationships to maintain in Hebrew culture, so it's important to know how to identify them using their Hebrew names:
+== Cultural Insights ==
+In Hebrew culture, family is highly valued and plays a central role in people's lives. Israelis tend to have strong family ties and often live in close proximity to their extended family members. It is common for family members to gather for Shabbat dinners and other special occasions. The Hebrew language reflects this importance with specific vocabulary words for various family members.
-{| class="wikitable"
+It is interesting to note that Hebrew has separate words for maternal and paternal grandparents. "Saba" is used for grandfather on the father's side, while "Doda" is used for grandfather on the mother's side. Similarly, "Savta" is used for grandmother on the father's side, while "Doda" is used for grandmother on the mother's side. This distinction shows the significance of lineage and the different roles each grandparent plays within the family.
-! Hebrew !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
-|-
+== Practice Exercises ==
-| סבא || saba || grandfather
+Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Here are a few exercises to help reinforce your understanding of family member vocabulary:
-|-
-| סבתא || savta || grandmother
+Exercise 1: Complete the Sentences
-|-
+Fill in the blanks with the appropriate family member vocabulary word:
-| דוד || dod || uncle
-|-
+. אחת שלי מתגוררת ב_________. (Achot sheli mitgoreret be_________.)
-| דודה || doda || aunt
+. ה____ שלי עובד בתחנת דלק. (Ha____ sheli oved betachanat delek.)
-|-
+. ה____ שלכם יודע לשחק פוטבול. (Ha____ shelchem yodea l'shacheck football.)
-| בן דוד || ben-dod || cousin (male)
+. סבתא שלי תמיד מבשלת _________. (Savta sheli tamid mevashlet _________.)
-|-
+. ה____ שלו מתגורר בחו"ל. (Ha____ shelu mitgorer bechutz la'aretz.)
-| בת דוד || bat-dod || cousin (female)
-|}
-Here are some example sentences to help you use these words in context:
+Solution:
+. עיר (ir)
+. אח (ach)
+. בן (ben)
+. טעים (ta'im)
+. אח (ach)
-* הסבא שלי גר בבית קשישים. (Hasaba sheli gar be-beit kshishim.) - "My grandfather lives in a retirement home."
+Exercise 2: Family Tree
-* הסבתא שלי מבשלת עוף טעים מאוד. (Hasavta sheli mevashelat oof ta'im meod.) - "My grandmother makes really good chicken."
+Create a family tree using the Hebrew vocabulary words for family members. Include at least five family members and describe their relationships to each other.
-* הדוד שלי מתעסק בתחום ההייטק. (Hadod sheli meta'asek betachum hahi-tech.) - "My uncle works in the high-tech sector."
-* דודה שלי עובדת בחברת תקשורת. (Doda sheli ovedet bahevrat tikshoret.) - "My aunt works at a communications company."
-* הבן דוד שלי גר באמריקה ונפגשים רק כשהוא בארץ. (Haben-dod sheli gar be-amerika unifgashim rak keshehu ba-aretz.) - "My cousin (male) lives in America and we only meet when he comes to Israel."
-* יש לי בת דודה שהיא בת האחות של אמא שלי. (Yesh li bat-doda shehi bat ha-achot shel ima sheli.) - "I have a female cousin who is the daughter of my mother's sister."
-== Conclusion ==
+Solution:
+Here is an example of a family tree:
-Now that you have learned the Hebrew words for immediate and extended family members, you can start practicing using them in sentences. These words are essential for communicating with others in Hebrew, and can also help you better understand Hebrew conversation and culture. Keep practicing and expanding your Hebrew vocabulary to become even more proficient in the language.
+אבא (aba) - אמא (ima)
+  |
+  |--------------|
+  |              |
+בן (ben)       בת (bat)
+  |
+  |
+  |
+  |
+אח (ach)
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+Explanation: The family tree shows the relationships between family members. "Aba" and "ima" are the parents. "Ben" and "bat" are the children. "Ach" is the brother of "ben" and "bat."
-==Sources==
-* [https://www.hebrewpod101.com/hebrew-vocabulary-lists/must-know-terms-for-family-members Must-Know Hebrew Terms for Family Members]
-* [https://rosenhebrewschool.com/blog/hebrew-vocabulary-for-family-members/ Family, dear family: Hebrew vocabulary for family members - Rosen ...]
-* [https://polyglotclub.com/wiki/Language/Hebrew/Vocabulary/Family Hebrew Vocabulary - Family]
-* [https://www.lingohut.com/en/v773771/hebrew-lessons-family-members Hebrew lessons: Family members]
+== Conclusion ==
+Congratulations! You have successfully learned the Hebrew vocabulary words for family members and how to use them in sentences. This knowledge will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Hebrew, especially when talking about your own family. Don't forget to practice using these words in conversations and personalize them with your own family members. Keep up the great work, and continue to build your Hebrew language skills. Good luck with your language learning journey!
-<span link>With this lesson finished, you may want to explore these additional pages: [[Language/Hebrew/Vocabulary/Weather|Weather]] & [[Language/Hebrew/Vocabulary/Demonstrative|Demonstrative]].</span>
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+==Sources==
+* [https://www.hebrewpod101.com/hebrew-vocabulary-lists/must-know-terms-for-family-members Must-Know Hebrew Terms for Family Members]
+* [https://rosenhebrewschool.com/blog/hebrew-vocabulary-for-family-members/ Family, dear family: Hebrew vocabulary for family members - Rosen ...]
+* [https://polyglotclub.com/wiki/Language/Hebrew/Vocabulary/Family Hebrew Vocabulary - Family]
+* [https://www.lingohut.com/en/v773771/hebrew-lessons-family-members Hebrew lessons: Family members]
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