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Hebrew Vocabulary → Everyday Hebrew Vocabulary → Clothing

In this lesson, we're going to learn about clothing in Hebrew. This is a crucial vocabulary topic since we use these words in our daily lives. Whether you're going shopping, describing what you're wearing, or simply making small talk, the Hebrew language has all the words you need.

In this lesson, we'll learn about common clothing items, how to pronounce them, and how to use them in sentences. We'll also discuss some cultural facts around clothing in Israel.

Clothing Items

Let's start by looking at some common clothing items and their Hebrew names:

Hebrew	Pronunciation	English
חולצה	kholtsa(h)	shirt
כובע	kovah	hat
מכנסיים	mekhanseyim	pants
נעליים	na'alayim	shoes
מעיל	me'il	coat
חגורה	khagura	belt
תחתונים	takhtonim	underwear
גופייה	gufya	undershirt
חולצת נוי	kholtsat noy	sweater
טייץ	teyts	leggings/tights
שמלה	simla	dress

Note that the pronunciation of Hebrew words can be tricky for English speakers. For example, the "kh" sound in Hebrew is usually pronounced from the back of the throat, unlike the "ch" sound in English. Take your time to practice the pronunciation of each word carefully.

Sentences with Clothing Items

Now that we know the Hebrew names for some common clothing items, let's look at some sample sentences.

• אני לובש חולצה ירוקה. (Ani lovesh kholtsa yaroka.) - I am wearing a green shirt.
• הילד נועל נעליים אדומות. (Ha-yeled no'el na'alayim adumot.) - The boy is wearing red shoes.
• את חגורתי תמיד נושאת על המכנסיים. (Ata khagorati tamid nos'at al ha-mekhanseyim.) - You always wear your belt on your pants.
• בזמן החום, אני אוהב ללבוש טייץ וחולצת נוי. (B'zman ha-khom, ani ohev lilbosh teyts ve-kholtsat noy.) - In hot weather, I like to wear leggings and a sweater.

Cultural Insights

Clothing is an essential part of Israeli culture. The country's fashion industry is known for its chic, modern styles, with many local brands making a name for themselves on the international stage.

In more traditional Jewish communities in Israel, modesty is still a critical value, and people dress accordingly. Women, especially, wear clothing that covers their shoulders, collarbone, and knees. These dress codes are especially visible in ultra-Orthodox and religious circles such as Mea Shearim in Jerusalem.

Tips

Learning clothing vocabulary in Hebrew might seem daunting at first, but we recommend the following tips to make it easier:

• Practice your pronunciation regularly, using resources like YouTube videos, podcasts or language apps.
• Repeat new vocabulary to yourself regularly to help you memorize the words more quickly.
• Try using new words in context, by creating sentences and short dialogues with friends or online language exchange partners.

Remember, learning a new language takes time and effort, but with persistence and determination, you'll reach your goal of speaking Hebrew fluently.

Sources

• Israel-fashions
• Dress code in Israel

Table of Contents - Hebrew Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Hebrew Alphabet

• Consonants
• Vowels
• Nikkud
• Reading Practice

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Everyday Hebrew Vocabulary

• Greetings
• Numbers
• Family Members
• Colors, Shapes, and Sizes
• Food and Drink
• Clothing
• Transportation and Travel
• Weather
• Time and Calendar

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Hebrew Grammar

• Nouns
• Pronouns
• Adjectives
• Verbs
• Prepositions
• Conjunctions

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Israeli Culture

• Jewish Holidays
• Israeli Society
• Famous Israelis
• Israeli Cuisine

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Hebrew Expressions

• Common Phrases
• Slang
• Idioms

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Hebrew Numbers

• Ordinal Numbers
• Fractions and Decimals

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Hebrew Geography and Landmarks

• Cities and Regions
• Landmarks

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Hebrew Literature and Language

• Hebrew Poetry
• Hebrew Proverbs

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Grammar Review

• Review of Nouns and Pronouns
• Review of Adjectives
• Review of Verbs