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Modern Israeli Phrases You Probably Didn't Learn in Hebrew School
Want to learn fun, modern phrases in Hebrew that Israelis use in everyday conversations? Check out this top 10 list, and you'll be ready for your next trip to Israel!
1. Sababa (סבבה) = Cool / Terrific / Awesome
2. Yallah (יאללה) = Let’s Go / Come On
3. Balagan (בלגן) = Hot Mess / Chaos
4. Betach (בטח) = Of Course / For Sure
5. Mamash (ממש) = Really / Very
6. Kol Hakavod (כל הכבוד) = Good Job / Well Done / Way to Go
7. Yesh (יש) = Yay
8. Shtuyot (שטויות) = Nonsense
9. Ein Li Musag (אין לי מושג) = No Idea / Not Sure
10. Stam (סתם) = Just Kidding / No Reason
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