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חשבון

The bill / Check

Cheshbon

food

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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

  1. In Israel, this phrase works in most situations, from talking to friends to speaking with shopkeepers or colleagues.

  2. This phrase stays the same regardless of the speaker's gender, making it easy to learn and use for beginners.

  3. 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

Hebrewחשבון
PronunciationCheshbon
EnglishThe bill / Check
Categoryfood
Difficultybeginner
Gender-specificNo: same for everyone

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Questions About "The Bill / Check" in Hebrew

How do you say "The bill / Check" in Hebrew?

"The bill / Check" in Hebrew is "חשבון". Say "cheshbon, bevakasha" (bill, please) when ready to pay.

Is "חשבון" formal or informal?

"חשבון" is informal and commonly used in everyday conversation.

How do you pronounce "חשבון"?

Pronounced: Cheshbon

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