משוגע
Crazy
Meshugah (m) / Meshugaat (f)
Describe something or someone as crazy.
Context: Can be literal or figurative. Changes by gender.
⚠️ Gender Note: This phrase changes based on the speaker's gender. Use baba for the correct form based on your gender.
How to Use "Crazy" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Can be literal or figurative.
B: משוגע
This phrase is considered casual in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "משוגע"
Meshugah (m) / Meshugaat (f)
Break it down: Meshugah — (m) — / — Meshugaat — (f)
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.
Hebrew is a gendered language. This phrase changes depending on who is speaking or being spoken to. baba automatically handles gender for you in translations.
Body language matters in Israel. When saying "crazy", slang expressions are part of the vibrant Israeli culture. Using them shows you are making an effort to connect on a deeper level.
Learning "Crazy" — Quick Reference
| Hebrew | משוגע |
| Pronunciation | Meshugah (m) / Meshugaat (f) |
| English | Crazy |
| Category | slang |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Gender-specific | Yes — changes by gender |
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