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Nov 28, 2021 · Hanukkah begins on the 25th day of the Hebrew month of Kislev, which usually takes place in December. In 2021, Hanukkah runs from November 28 to December 6. Here we look at some greetings and...
How do you say happy Chanukah in Hebrew? In English it's just fine to say "happy Chanukah" but even Jews who don't speak much Hebrew often know at least one of these greeting phrases. The most correct way is almost a direct translation: חֲנוּכָּה שַׂמֵחַ (audio) or Chanukah sameach .
Dec 16, 2022 · How to say Happy Hanukkah in Hebrew and Yiddish. You can wish someone a happy holidays in Hebrew by saying chag sameach, which is pronounced khag sah– meh -ahkh. Alternatively, you can...
Dec 12, 2023 · The phrase “Happy Hanukkah” in Hebrew is written as “חג שמח” (pronounced “Chag Sameach”). Here’s a breakdown of the pronunciation and the letters involved: ח (Chet): The first letter, “chet,” is a guttural sound unique to Hebrew. It is similar to the “ch” sound in the German word “Bach” or the Scottish “loch.”
To say Happy Hanukkah in Hebrew, you can say chag chanuka sameach, (pronounced chahg cha-nu-KAH sah-MAY-ach.) In Israel, it is common to just say chanuka sameach . Some Israelis prefer chag urim sameach (pronounced chahg oo-REEM sah-MAY-ach), which literally translates to “Happy Festival of Lights.”
Hanukkah ( Chanukah) is the Jewish eight-day, wintertime “festival of lights,” celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting, special prayers and fried foods. The Hebrew word Chanukah means “dedication,” and is thus named because it celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple (as you’ll read below).
What’s the proper way to greet someone on Hanukkah? Happy Hanukkah, chag sameach (Hebrew for happy holiday) or Hanukkah sameach (Hebrew for Happy Hanukkah). If you are not sure whether the person you are greeting celebrates Hanukkah or not, you can always say “Happy Holidays” or “Season’s Greetings.” Learn more Hanukkah words and ...
