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Greetings & Phrases

Lesson 04 · ברכות וביטויים

Phrases you need on day one in Israel: introducing yourself, saying thanks, asking for help, understanding basic answers.

Hello & Goodbye

Politeness

Introducing Yourself

Useful Daily Phrases

Shalom (שָׁלוֹם), used for both hello AND goodbye. Most important word in Hebrew. Also means "peace".
Beseder (בְּסֵדֶר), literally "in order". Used everywhere to mean "OK / fine / alright". You'll hear it 50 times a day.
Slicha / Bevakasha, Slicha = sorry / excuse me (to get attention). Bevakasha = please / you're welcome / here you go.

Mini Dialogue