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אין לי

I don't have

Ein li

State that you don't have something.

Context: Literally means "there isn't to me".

How to Use "I don't have" in a Conversation

Example conversation:

A: Literally means "there isn't to me".

B: אין לי

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

How to Pronounce "אין לי"

Ein li

Break it down: Ein — li

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

Learning "I don't have" — Quick Reference

Hebrewאין לי
PronunciationEin li
EnglishI don't have
Categoryquestions
Difficultybeginner
Gender-specificNo — same for everyone

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