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Wishing someone a happy birthday is a simple yet meaningful gesture. If you're attending a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, it's a thoughtful touch to extend your wishes in Hebrew. Here's how to say happy birthday in Hebrew.
Steps
Learn the Phrase. The correct Hebrew phrase for Happy birthday is 'yom hu'ledet sameach'.
Master the Pronunciation. The proper pronunciation of these words is as follows: YOM= Yome (rhyming with 'tome'), HU'LEDET= 'WHO' 'LEAD' (as in the metal) 'ET' (emphasis on the 'Lead' part).
Getting the Hang of Pronouncing SAMEACH. The word SAMEACH presents a challenge due to its Hebrew 'ch' sound, absent in English. Think of it akin to the Spanish 'J' sound, like clearing your throat.
- When pronouncing 'SAMEACH,' start with 'SA' as in 'sorry,' then 'MAY,' and end with 'ACH,' with the 'a' sounding like the 'O' in 'on.'
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Cautions
- Keep in mind, not all Jewish individuals are fluent in Hebrew. The 'CH' pronunciation can be perplexing at times.
