streetwise hebrew
For the Love of All Things Short
This episode is an ode to all things short, or ‘katsar’ in Hebrew, from espresso to shirts, films, and fuses.
Read MoreYou’re Digging My Ear off!
Guy explains the Hebrew slang word “hafran,” literally meaning digger but used to describe your chatterbox friend.
Read MoreIt’s Not What You Say, It’s How You Intonate It
Guy takes us on a short journey through Israel’s many voices to learn a thing or two about Hebrew intonation.
Read MoreIn the Hebrew Loop but Outside the Box
Think you know Hebrew inside out? The words ‘inside’ and ‘out’ just might stump you regardless.
Read More‘Lisgor’: Closing Doors and Filling Bellies
“Sagur” means closed, but is also ever useful in making deals and plans, even satisfying your hunger! Guy explains.
Read MoreIn the Language of Kisses
Some say kissing is a universal language. But what about giving passionate smooches and pecks in Hebrew?
Read MoreHebrew Less Harsh, More Humored
Sometimes less is more: How to let your friends down easily when you just don’t want to watch that movie with the word ‘pahot’.
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