Introduction to Hebrew Worksheet

Introduction to Hebrew

Welcome to your first Hebrew lesson! This worksheet will help you learn some basic Hebrew letters, words, and phrases. Read the instructions carefully for each section.

The Hebrew alphabet has 22 letters, all consonants. Vowels are indicated by dots and dashes called 'niqqud' placed above, below, or inside the letters. Hebrew is written from right to left.

1. Look at the Hebrew alphabet chart above. Write the first five letters of the Hebrew alphabet in the space below, trying to mimic their appearance. Remember to write from right to left!

Match the Hebrew letter with its English transliteration.

Fill in the blanks with the correct Hebrew greeting. Choose from: Shalom, Boker tov, Laila tov

1. You greet someone in the morning by saying  .

2. The most common Hebrew greeting, meaning 'peace' or 'hello', is  .

3. When you go to bed, you say  .

1. What does the Hebrew word 'תודה' (Toda) mean?

2. What does 'כן' (Ken) mean in English?

1. Write the Hebrew word for 'hello' or 'peace'.

2. How do you say 'good morning' in Hebrew?