חשבון
The bill / Check
Cheshbon
Ask for the bill at a restaurant.
Context: Say "cheshbon, bevakasha" (bill, please) when ready to pay.
How to Use "The bill / Check" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Say "cheshbon, bevakasha" (bill, please) when ready to pay.
B: חשבון
This phrase is considered neutral in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "חשבון"
Cheshbon
Break it down: Cheshbon
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 "the bill / check", food is central to Israeli culture. Showing basic Hebrew at restaurants will be warmly received.
Learning "The bill / Check" — Quick Reference
| Hebrew | חשבון |
| Pronunciation | Cheshbon |
| English | The bill / Check |
| Category | food |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Gender-specific | No — same for everyone |
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