Hebrew vowels (nikkud or nekkudot) are written as dots and dashes below and around the letters. Flashcards are a great way to help remember and recognize these symbols.
The sounds and names of the vowels varies from one accent or dialect to another. This set of flashcards does not offer a comprehensive treatment of all of the subtleties of Hebrew vowels and their pronunciation, but it is a good way to reinforce what you have already learned.
For the consonants, see our Hebrew Alphabet Flashcards.
Learning the Hebrew alphabet takes repetition and drilling, but it is an important step in learning the language. Try these Hebrew flashcards. They are based on the modern Sephardic pronunciation used in Israel, but they are also useful for Biblical Hebrew study.
If you would like to learn the vowels, see our Hebrew Vowel Flashcards.
Submitted by Aaron on Wed, 03/06/2013 - 12:43pm
A plan is in place for a Modern Hebrew (local, not online) class this summer. Dates are still to be determined, some time between June and August. Let Aaron know right away if you have strong opinions as to when the class will be held.
Even though this course follows a fun and non-intimidating kids' textbook, it is perfect for adults as well. We will study Modern Hebrew (the kind spoken in Israel today) with an emphasis on Jewish holidays and religious life.
Submitted by Aaron on Thu, 12/06/2012 - 3:24pm
Looking for more ways to practice and improve your Biblical Hebrew? Hanukkah starts this Saturday night (December 8, 2012). Why not read the story of the Maccabean revolt?
This story appears in Greek in the Apocryphal book of Maccabees, but another ancient text exists that tells the story in Hebrew. This text is called מגילת אנטיוכוס (the Scroll of Antiochus), and it is included in the Yemenite Hanukkah ritual even today.
Submitted by Aaron on Sat, 09/22/2012 - 10:17pm
Have you ever wondered how to type in Hebrew on your computer, so that you can search Google in Hebrew or use Hebrew as your Facebook status? It's not too hard to set up in Windows 7; just follow these simple instructions!
Submitted by Aaron on Fri, 09/14/2012 - 11:28am
If you want to learn to think in Hebrew, you have to avoid translating to English as much as possible.
Your mind contains abstract concepts of everything in the world around you. Language, in essence, consists of the labels you have associated with those abstract concepts.
What is Organic Biblical Hebrew? When something is organic, it fits together harmoniously. It has the properties of natural living organisms. It develops naturally and continuously. Organic Biblical Hebrew is the Biblical Hebrew language taught in a natural, living way.
I want students to be able to think in Biblical Hebrew and to understand it whether it is spoken or written. Most Biblical Hebrew courses focus on translating the text into another language. I want Hebrew to become your language.
