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עזרה!

Help!

Ezra!

emergency

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Call for help in an emergency.

Context: Emergency word to get immediate assistance.

How to Use "Help!" in a Conversation

Example conversation:

A: Emergency word to get immediate assistance.

B: עזרה!

This phrase is considered neutral in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.

How to Pronounce "עזרה!"

Ezra!

Break it down: Ezra!

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 "help!", Israelis will appreciate your effort to speak Hebrew, even if imperfect. Don't be afraid to try!

Learning "Help!": Quick Reference

Hebrewעזרה!
PronunciationEzra!
EnglishHelp!
Categoryemergency
Difficultybeginner
Gender-specificNo: same for everyone

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Questions About "Help!" in Hebrew

How do you say "Help!" in Hebrew?

"Help!" in Hebrew is "עזרה!". Emergency word to get immediate assistance.

Is "עזרה!" formal or informal?

"עזרה!" is informal and commonly used in everyday conversation.

How do you pronounce "עזרה!"?

Pronounced: Ezra!

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