שירותים
Bathroom / Restroom
Sherutim
Ask for the bathroom.
Context: Essential travel phrase. Literally means "services".
How to Use "Bathroom / Restroom" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Essential travel phrase.
B: שירותים
This phrase is considered neutral in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "שירותים"
Sherutim
Break it down: Sherutim
Hebrew is read from right to left. The transliteration above follows English reading order (left to right) to help you pronounce each sound correctly.
Cultural Tips for Using This Phrase
In Israel, this phrase works in most situations — from talking to friends to speaking with shopkeepers or colleagues.
This phrase stays the same regardless of the speaker's gender, making it easy to learn and use for beginners.
Body language matters in Israel. When saying "bathroom / restroom", don't hesitate to ask for help — Israelis are generally very willing to assist tourists.
Learning "Bathroom / Restroom" — Quick Reference
| Hebrew | שירותים |
| Pronunciation | Sherutim |
| English | Bathroom / Restroom |
| Category | travel |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Gender-specific | No — same for everyone |
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