לחיים
Cheers! / To life!
L'chaim
Toast when drinking.
Context: Literally means "to life". Traditional Jewish toast.
How to Use "Cheers! / To life!" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Literally means "to life".
B: לחיים
This phrase is considered casual in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "לחיים"
L'chaim
Break it down: L'chaim
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, casual communication is the norm. Israelis appreciate directness and informality, so this phrase fits right into everyday conversation.
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 "cheers! / to life!", Israelis will appreciate your effort to speak Hebrew, even if imperfect. Don't be afraid to try!
Learning "Cheers! / To life!" — Quick Reference
| Hebrew | לחיים |
| Pronunciation | L'chaim |
| English | Cheers! / To life! |
| Category | common |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Gender-specific | No — same for everyone |
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