Good
Tov
commonExpress that something is good.
Context: Basic adjective for good. Can be used alone or in phrases.
Example conversation:
A: Basic adjective for good.
B: טוב
This phrase is considered neutral in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
Tov
Break it down: Tov
Hebrew is read from right to left. The transliteration above follows English reading order (left to right) to help you pronounce each sound correctly.
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 "good", Israelis will appreciate your effort to speak Hebrew, even if imperfect. Don't be afraid to try!
| Hebrew | טוב |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | Tov |
| English | Good |
| Category | common |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Gender-specific | No: same for everyone |
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"Good" in Hebrew is "טוב". Basic adjective for good. Can be used alone or in phrases.
"טוב" is informal and commonly used in everyday conversation.
Pronounced: Tov