בהצלחה
Good luck
Behatzlacha
greetingsWish someone good luck in Hebrew.
Context: Said before an exam, interview, performance, or any endeavor. One of the most frequently used phrases in daily Israeli life.
How to Use "Good luck" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Said before an exam, interview, performance, or any endeavor.
B: בהצלחה
This phrase is considered neutral in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "בהצלחה"
Behatzlacha
Break it down: Behatzlacha
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 "good luck", Israelis often accompany greetings with warm eye contact and sometimes a handshake or cheek kiss between friends.
Learning "Good luck": Quick Reference
| Hebrew | בהצלחה |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | Behatzlacha |
| English | Good luck |
| Category | greetings |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Gender-specific | No: same for everyone |
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Questions About "Good luck" in Hebrew
How do you say "Good luck" in Hebrew?
"Good luck" in Hebrew is "בהצלחה". Said before an exam, interview, performance, or any endeavor. One of the most frequently used phrases in daily Israeli life.
Is "בהצלחה" formal or informal?
"בהצלחה" is informal and commonly used in everyday conversation.
How do you pronounce "בהצלחה"?
Pronounced: Behatzlacha