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In this lesson, we will explore the fascinating world of time and the calendar in Hebrew. Understanding how to express and comprehend time is crucial for effective communication, whether you're scheduling a meeting, planning a trip, or simply conversing about daily routines. In Hebrew, time and calendar vocabulary is not just a set of words; it opens the door to cultural nuances and social interactions.

As complete beginners in Hebrew, this lesson will focus on three main areas:

Days of the Week

Months of the Year

Telling Time

By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in these essential vocabulary items, enabling you to engage more confidently in conversations and to grasp the rhythm of life in Israel.

Days of the Week[edit | edit source]

Understanding the days of the week is fundamental to organizing your schedule and discussing plans. Here are the days of the week in Hebrew, along with their pronunciations and English translations:

Hebrew	Pronunciation	English
יום ראשון	yom rishon	Sunday
יום שני	yom sheni	Monday
יום שלישי	yom shlishi	Tuesday
יום רביעי	yom revi'i	Wednesday
יום חמישי	yom chamishi	Thursday
יום שישי	yom shishi	Friday
יום שבת	yom shabbat	Saturday

In Hebrew, the word "יום" (yom) means "day". You'll notice that the days are numbered rather than named after gods or celestial bodies, reflecting a practical approach to timekeeping.

Here are some sentences to illustrate their use:

היום יום ראשון. (Hayom yom rishon.) – Today is Sunday.

מחר יום שלישי. (Machar yom shlishi.) – Tomorrow is Tuesday.

אני נפגש עם חבר שלי ביום חמישי. (Ani nifgash im chaver sheli beyom chamishi.) – I am meeting my friend on Thursday.

You can also ask about the day:

איזה יום היום? (Eize yom hayom?) – What day is it today?

Months of the Year[edit | edit source]

Next, let’s dive into the months of the year. This vocabulary is essential for discussing events, birthdays, holidays, and more.

Hebrew	Pronunciation	English
ינואר	yanvar	January
פברואר	fevruar	February
מרץ	marts	March
אפריל	avril	April
מאי	mai	May
יוני	yuni	June
יולי	yuli	July
אוגוסט	ogust	August
ספטמבר	september	September
אוקטובר	oktobar	October
נובמבר	november	November
דצמבר	detsember	December

Here are some sentences to illustrate their use:

החג שלי הוא בחודש יולי. (Ha-chag sheli hu be-chodesh yuli.) – My holiday is in July.

אני נולדתי באוקטובר. (Ani noladeti be-oktobar.) – I was born in October.

מה החודש הבא? (Ma ha-chodesh haba?) – What is the next month?

Telling Time[edit | edit source]

Now, let’s learn how to tell time in Hebrew. This skill is vital for day-to-day interactions, from casual conversations to formal appointments.

== Basic Time Vocabulary

שעה (sha'a) – Hour

דקה (daka) – Minute

שנייה (shniya) – Second

== Telling Time

In Hebrew, the structure for telling time is straightforward. You generally say the hour first and then the minutes.

Examples:

שעה אחת (sha'a achat) – One o'clock

שעה שתיים (sha'a shtayim) – Two o'clock

שעה שלוש וחצי (sha'a shalosh ve-chetzi) – Three thirty

שעה ארבע עשרה (sha'a arba esre) – Fourteen o'clock (2 PM)

To ask for the time, you can say:

מה השעה? (Ma ha-sha'a?) – What time is it?

== Examples of Telling Time

Here are some structured examples showcasing how to express time:

Hebrew	Pronunciation	English
אחת וחצי	achat ve-chetzi	One thirty
שתיים ורבע	shtayim u-reva	Two fifteen
שלוש ושתיים	shalosh u-shteim	Three two (3:02)
חמש ורבע	chamesh u-reva	Five fifteen
שש וחצי	shesh ve-chetzi	Six thirty
שבע עשרה	sheva esre	Seventeen o'clock (5 PM)
עשר בבוקר	eser ba-boker	Ten in the morning
שלוש בלילה	shalosh ba-layla	Three at night

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered the vocabulary, it's time to apply what you've learned. Here are some exercises to reinforce your understanding.

Exercise 1: Days of the Week[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Hebrew:

1. Today is Thursday.

2. Tomorrow is Saturday.

3. I have a meeting on Tuesday.

Solutions:

1. היום יום חמישי. (Hayom yom chamishi.)

2. מחר יום שבת. (Machar yom shabbat.)

3. יש לי פגישה ביום שלישי. (Yesh li pgisha beyom shlishi.)

Exercise 2: Months of the Year[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Hebrew:

1. My birthday is in May.

2. The festival is in December.

3. What month is it now?

Solutions:

1. יום ההולדת שלי הוא במאי. (Yom ha-huledet sheli hu be-mai.)

2. הפסטיבל הוא בדצמבר. (Ha-festival hu be-detsember.)

3. איזה חודש עכשיו? (Eize chodesh achshav?)

Exercise 3: Telling Time[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Hebrew:

1. What time is it?

2. It is five o'clock.

3. It is two thirty.

Solutions:

1. מה השעה? (Ma ha-sha'a?)

2. השעה חמש. (Ha-sha'a chamesh.)

3. השעה שתיים וחצי. (Ha-sha'a shtayim ve-chetzi.)

Exercise 4: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with the appropriate day or month:

1. היום _________ (day).

2. _________ (month) הוא החודש הבא.

Solutions:

1. היום יום ראשון. (Hayom yom rishon.)

2. ינואר הוא החודש הבא. (Yanvar hu ha-chodesh haba.)

Exercise 5: Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the Hebrew days with their English counterparts:

1. יום רביעי

2. יום שבת

3. יום שני

Solutions:

1. Wednesday

2. Saturday

3. Monday

Exercise 6: Multiple Choice[edit | edit source]

What is the Hebrew word for "Friday"?

A) יום חמישי

B) יום שישי

C) יום רביעי

Solution: B) יום שישי (yom shishi)

Exercise 7: Asking and Answering[edit | edit source]

Practice asking the time in Hebrew and provide a response using the following:

1. What time is it?

2. It is three fifteen.

Solution:

1. מה השעה? (Ma ha-sha'a?)

2. השעה שלוש ורבע. (Ha-sha'a shalosh u-reva.)

Exercise 8: Sentence Construction[edit | edit source]

Construct sentences using the following prompts:

1. What day is today?

2. I have a class on Monday.

Solutions:

1. איזה יום היום? (Eize yom hayom?)

2. יש לי שיעור ביום שני. (Yesh li shiur beyom sheni.)

Exercise 9: Translation Challenge[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentence to Hebrew: "I was born in April."

Solution:

נולדתי באפריל. (Noladeti be-avril.)

Exercise 10: Time Conversion[edit | edit source]

Convert the following times to Hebrew:

1. 6:45

2. 12:30

Solutions:

1. השעה שש וארבעים וחמש. (Ha-sha'a shesh ve-arba'im ve-chamesh.)

2. השעה שתיים עשרה וחצי. (Ha-sha'a shteim esre ve-chetzi.)

In this lesson, we covered essential vocabulary related to time and the calendar in Hebrew. By familiarizing yourself with the days of the week, months of the year, and how to tell time, you have taken a significant step toward building your conversational skills in Hebrew. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be able to engage in discussions about your plans and daily activities in Hebrew with ease!

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

Sources[edit | edit source]

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+In this lesson, we will explore the fascinating world of time and the calendar in Hebrew. Understanding how to express and comprehend time is crucial for effective communication, whether you're scheduling a meeting, planning a trip, or simply conversing about daily routines. In Hebrew, time and calendar vocabulary is not just a set of words; it opens the door to cultural nuances and social interactions.
+As complete beginners in Hebrew, this lesson will focus on three main areas:
+* Days of the Week
+* Months of the Year
-== Introduction ==
+* Telling Time
-In this lesson, we will explore the Hebrew vocabulary related to time and the calendar. Time is an essential aspect of any language, and understanding how to tell time and refer to specific dates is crucial for effective communication. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently express days of the week, months of the year, and tell time in Hebrew. We will cover the pronunciation, transliteration, and English translation of each word, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.
+By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in these essential vocabulary items, enabling you to engage more confidently in conversations and to grasp the rhythm of life in Israel.
-== Days of the Week ==
+__TOC__
-Let's begin by learning the Hebrew words for the days of the week. In Hebrew, the week starts on Sunday and ends on Saturday, just like in many other cultures. Here are the Hebrew names for each day of the week:
+=== Days of the Week ===
+Understanding the days of the week is fundamental to organizing your schedule and discussing plans. Here are the days of the week in Hebrew, along with their pronunciations and English translations:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Hebrew !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| יום ראשון || Yom Rishon || Sunday
+| יום ראשון || yom rishon || Sunday
 |-
-| יום שני || Yom Sheni || Monday
+| יום שני || yom sheni || Monday
 |-
-| יום שלישי || Yom Shlishi || Tuesday
+| יום שלישי || yom shlishi || Tuesday
 |-
-| יום רביעי || Yom Revi'i || Wednesday
+| יום רביעי || yom revi'i || Wednesday
 |-
-| יום חמישי || Yom Chamishi || Thursday
+| יום חמישי || yom chamishi || Thursday
 |-
-| יום שישי || Yom Shishi || Friday
+| יום שישי || yom shishi || Friday
 |-
-| שבת || Shabbat || Saturday
+| יום שבת || yom shabbat || Saturday
 |}
-It's important to note that Shabbat, which corresponds to the Sabbath, is considered a special day in Hebrew culture. It is a day of rest and religious observance, and many people refrain from working and engage in spiritual activities.
+In Hebrew, the word "יום" (yom) means "day". You'll notice that the days are numbered rather than named after gods or celestial bodies, reflecting a practical approach to timekeeping.
+Here are some sentences to illustrate their use:
+* '''היום יום ראשון.''' (Hayom yom rishon.) – Today is Sunday.
+* '''מחר יום שלישי.''' (Machar yom shlishi.) – Tomorrow is Tuesday.
+* '''אני נפגש עם חבר שלי ביום חמישי.''' (Ani nifgash im chaver sheli beyom chamishi.) – I am meeting my friend on Thursday.
+You can also ask about the day:
-== Months of the Year ==
+* '''איזה יום היום?''' (Eize yom hayom?) – What day is it today?
-Next, let's explore the Hebrew names for the months of the year. The Hebrew calendar is a lunar calendar, which means that it follows the cycles of the moon. This results in the Hebrew year being slightly shorter than the Gregorian calendar year. Here are the Hebrew names for each month:
+=== Months of the Year ===
+Next, let’s dive into the months of the year. This vocabulary is essential for discussing events, birthdays, holidays, and more.
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Hebrew !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| ינואר || Yanuar || January
+| ינואר || yanvar || January
 |-
-| פברואר || Februar || February
+| פברואר || fevruar || February
 |-
-| מרץ || Martz || March
+| מרץ || marts || March
 |-
-| אפריל || April || April
+| אפריל || avril || April
 |-
-| מאי || May || May
+| מאי || mai || May
 |-
-| יוני || Yuni || June
+| יוני || yuni || June
 |-
-| יולי || Yuli || July
+| יולי || yuli || July
 |-
-| אוגוסט || August || August
+| אוגוסט || ogust || August
 |-
-| ספטמבר || September || September
+| ספטמבר || september || September
 |-
-| אוקטובר || Oktober || October
+| אוקטובר || oktobar || October
 |-
-| נובמבר || November || November
+| נובמבר || november || November
 |-
-| דצמבר || Dezember || December
+| דצמבר || detsember || December
 |}
-== Telling Time ==
+Here are some sentences to illustrate their use:
+* '''החג שלי הוא בחודש יולי.''' (Ha-chag sheli hu be-chodesh yuli.) – My holiday is in July.
+* '''אני נולדתי באוקטובר.''' (Ani noladeti be-oktobar.) – I was born in October.
+* '''מה החודש הבא?''' (Ma ha-chodesh haba?) – What is the next month?
+=== Telling Time ===
+Now, let’s learn how to tell time in Hebrew. This skill is vital for day-to-day interactions, from casual conversations to formal appointments.
+== Basic Time Vocabulary
+* '''שעה''' (sha'a) – Hour
+* '''דקה''' (daka) – Minute
+* '''שנייה''' (shniya) – Second
+== Telling Time
+In Hebrew, the structure for telling time is straightforward. You generally say the hour first and then the minutes.
+'''Examples:'''
+* '''שעה אחת''' (sha'a achat) – One o'clock
+* '''שעה שתיים''' (sha'a shtayim) – Two o'clock
+* '''שעה שלוש וחצי''' (sha'a shalosh ve-chetzi) – Three thirty
+* '''שעה ארבע עשרה''' (sha'a arba esre) – Fourteen o'clock (2 PM)
+To ask for the time, you can say:
+* '''מה השעה?''' (Ma ha-sha'a?) – What time is it?
-Now, let's focus on learning how to tell time in Hebrew. The Hebrew language uses a 24-hour clock system, similar to many other languages. Here are some examples of how to express different times of the day:
+== Examples of Telling Time
+Here are some structured examples showcasing how to express time:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Hebrew !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| אחת וחצי || achat ve-chetzi || One thirty
+|-
+| שתיים ורבע || shtayim u-reva || Two fifteen
 |-
-| 1:00 || שעה אחת || Sha'a Achat || 1 o'clock
+| שלוש ושתיים || shalosh u-shteim || Three two (3:02)
 |-
-| 6:30 || שש וחצי || Shesh Vechetzi || 6:30
+| חמש ורבע || chamesh u-reva || Five fifteen
 |-
-| 9:15 || תשע ורבע || Tisha Verba || 9:15
+| שש וחצי || shesh ve-chetzi || Six thirty
 |-
-| 12:00 || שתיים עשרה || Shneym Asar || 12 o'clock
+| שבע עשרה || sheva esre || Seventeen o'clock (5 PM)
 |-
-| 17:45 || חמישה עשר רבע || Chamisha Esreh Verba || 17:45
+| עשר בבוקר || eser ba-boker || Ten in the morning
 |-
-| 20:30 || עשרים וחצי || Esrim Vechetzi || 20:30
+| שלוש בלילה || shalosh ba-layla || Three at night
 |}
-To express minutes, we use the word "עשרה" (aserah) for 10 minutes, "חצי" (chetzi) for half past, and "רבע" (verba) for a quarter past or a quarter to the hour.
+=== Practice Exercises ===
+Now that we've covered the vocabulary, it's time to apply what you've learned. Here are some exercises to reinforce your understanding.
+==== Exercise 1: Days of the Week ====
+Translate the following sentences into Hebrew:
+. Today is Thursday.
+. Tomorrow is Saturday.
-== Cultural Insights ==
+. I have a meeting on Tuesday.
-In Hebrew culture, the concept of time is deeply intertwined with religious and historical events. The Hebrew calendar follows the lunar cycle, which has significant cultural and religious implications. Jewish holidays and observances are determined by the Hebrew calendar, and they play a central role in Hebrew culture and traditions.
+'''Solutions:'''
-One interesting cultural fact is that Friday evening is considered a special time in Hebrew culture. It marks the beginning of Shabbat, the day of rest and spiritual reflection. Families gather for a festive meal called "סעודת שבת" (Seudat Shabbat) and light candles to welcome the Sabbath. This cultural practice is an essential part of Hebrew identity and is observed by many Jewish communities around the world.
+. היום יום חמישי. (Hayom yom chamishi.)
-== Practice Exercises ==
+. מחר יום שבת. (Machar yom shabbat.)
-Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding of Hebrew time and calendar vocabulary.
+. יש לי פגישה ביום שלישי. (Yesh li pgisha beyom shlishi.)
-Exercise 1: Match the Hebrew days of the week with their English translations.
+==== Exercise 2: Months of the Year ====
-* יום ראשון
-* יום שני
-* יום שלישי
-* יום רביעי
-* יום חמישי
-* יום שישי
-* שבת
-Solution:
+Translate the following sentences into Hebrew:
-* Sunday
-* Monday
-* Tuesday
-* Wednesday
-* Thursday
-* Friday
-* Saturday
-Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks with the correct Hebrew month names.
+. My birthday is in May.
-* ינואר
-* פברואר
-* מרץ
-* אפריל
-* _____
-* יולי
-* אוגוסט
-* ספטמבר
-* אוקטובר
-* נובמבר
-* דצמבר
-Solution:
+. The festival is in December.
-* May
-* June
-Exercise 3: Write the following times in Hebrew.
+. What month is it now?
-* 3:45
-* 10:30
-* 15:20
-Solution:
+'''Solutions:'''
-* שלוש וְאַרְבָּעִים וָחֲמִשָּׁה
-* עֲשָׂרָה וּשְׁלֹשָה עֶשְׂרֵה
-* חֲמִישָׁה עֶשְׂרֵה וּעֲשָׂרָה עֶשְׂרֵה
-== Conclusion ==
+. יום ההולדת שלי הוא במאי. (Yom ha-huledet sheli hu be-mai.)
-Congratulations! You have successfully learned the Hebrew vocabulary related to time and the calendar. Knowing how to express days of the week, months of the year, and tell time is essential for day-to-day communication in Hebrew. Keep practicing and using these words in context to reinforce your learning. In the next lesson, we will delve into the world of Hebrew grammar, focusing on nouns and pronouns.
+. הפסטיבל הוא בדצמבר. (Ha-festival hu be-detsember.)
+. איזה חודש עכשיו? (Eize chodesh achshav?)
+==== Exercise 3: Telling Time ====
+Translate the following sentences into Hebrew:
+. What time is it?
+. It is five o'clock.
+. It is two thirty.
+'''Solutions:'''
+. מה השעה? (Ma ha-sha'a?)
+. השעה חמש. (Ha-sha'a chamesh.)
+. השעה שתיים וחצי. (Ha-sha'a shtayim ve-chetzi.)
+==== Exercise 4: Fill in the Blanks ====
+Complete the sentences with the appropriate day or month:
+. היום _________ (day).
+. _________ (month) הוא החודש הבא.
+'''Solutions:'''
+. היום יום ראשון. (Hayom yom rishon.)
+. ינואר הוא החודש הבא. (Yanvar hu ha-chodesh haba.)
+==== Exercise 5: Matching ====
+Match the Hebrew days with their English counterparts:
+. יום רביעי
+. יום שבת
+. יום שני
+'''Solutions:'''
+. Wednesday
+. Saturday
+. Monday
+==== Exercise 6: Multiple Choice ====
+What is the Hebrew word for "Friday"?
+A) יום חמישי
+B) יום שישי
+C) יום רביעי
+'''Solution:''' B) יום שישי (yom shishi)
+==== Exercise 7: Asking and Answering ====
+Practice asking the time in Hebrew and provide a response using the following:
+. What time is it?
+. It is three fifteen.
+'''Solution:'''
+. מה השעה? (Ma ha-sha'a?)
+. השעה שלוש ורבע. (Ha-sha'a shalosh u-reva.)
+==== Exercise 8: Sentence Construction ====
+Construct sentences using the following prompts:
+. What day is today?
+. I have a class on Monday.
+'''Solutions:'''
+. איזה יום היום? (Eize yom hayom?)
+. יש לי שיעור ביום שני. (Yesh li shiur beyom sheni.)
+==== Exercise 9: Translation Challenge ====
+Translate the following sentence to Hebrew: "I was born in April."
+'''Solution:'''
+נולדתי באפריל. (Noladeti be-avril.)
+==== Exercise 10: Time Conversion ====
+Convert the following times to Hebrew:
+. 6:45
+. 12:30
+'''Solutions:'''
+. השעה שש וארבעים וחמש. (Ha-sha'a shesh ve-arba'im ve-chamesh.)
+. השעה שתיים עשרה וחצי. (Ha-sha'a shteim esre ve-chetzi.)
+In this lesson, we covered essential vocabulary related to time and the calendar in Hebrew. By familiarizing yourself with the days of the week, months of the year, and how to tell time, you have taken a significant step toward building your conversational skills in Hebrew. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be able to engage in discussions about your plans and daily activities in Hebrew with ease!
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