נשמה שלי
My soul
Neshama sheli
Deep term of endearment.
Context: Literally "my soul". Shows very deep affection, like "my darling".
How to Use "My soul" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Literally "my soul".
B: נשמה שלי
This phrase is considered casual in register and is at a intermediate difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "נשמה שלי"
Neshama sheli
Break it down: Neshama — sheli
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.
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 "my soul", Israelis are generally expressive people who are comfortable showing emotions openly.
Learning "My soul" — Quick Reference
| Hebrew | נשמה שלי |
| Pronunciation | Neshama sheli |
| English | My soul |
| Category | emotions |
| Difficulty | intermediate |
| Gender-specific | No — same for everyone |
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