Israel marks Hebrew Language Day every year on the
birthday of Eliezer Ben Yehuda, the father of modern
spoken Hebrew. This year, the Hebrew date (21 of Tevet)
falls on January 18, 2020 (Shabbat).
Celebrations and activities throughout Israel will take place on Thursday, January 16, 2020.
5780 - 2020
Celebrating Hebrew Language Day 5780
Where do you grow in Hebrew?
Fruit Trees in the Grove
Watermelons and Squash in the Garden
Citrus Trees in the Orchard
Cucumbers and Tomatoes in a Vegetable Garden
Cotton and Beans in the Field
How to pick in Hebrew?
Pick Dates
Pick Grapes
Pick Olives
Gather Berries
Harvest Grains
How do you cook in Hebrew?
Roast Potatoes on a Fire
Toast Chesnuts
Boil Water
Knead Dough
Make Cheese
What desserts are there in Hebrew?
Waffle
Pie
Croissant
Muffins
Strudel
How do you play (instruments) in Hebrew?
Play the Flute
Play the Trumpet
Play the Harp
Hit the Cymbals
Play the Violin
How do you dress in Hebrew?
Wear Socks
Wear a Hat
Wear Glasses
Wrap a Scarf
Wear Gloves
How do you undress in Hebrew?
Unbutton the Buttons
Remove Shirt
Open the Belt
Remove the Glasses
Remove the Shoes
How do animals "talk" in Hebrew?
An Elephant Blows his Trumpet
A Dove
A Horse
A Rooster Shouts
A Sheep Whines
5779 - 2018/2019
In Honor of Hebrew Language Day and to encourage Israelis to use Hebrew words instead of English ones, the Academy of the Hebrew Language, together with Tnuva, printed new, lesser-known, Hebrew words on the side of milk cartons.
Update: December 13, 2018
I took these photos tonight at the Rami Levy Supermarket.
Update: December 17, 2018
I took these two photos today at the Rami Levy Supermarket.
I took these two photos today at Reuveni's Market.
Update: January 21, 2019
I took these two photos at the Rami Levy Supermarket.
5778 - 2017/2018
Source: The Academy of the Hebrew Language.
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