לא
No
Lo
Negative response.
Context: Simple, essential word for disagreement or negation.
How to Use "No" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Simple, essential word for disagreement or negation.
B: לא
This phrase is considered neutral in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "לא"
Lo
Break it down: Lo
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 "no", Israelis will appreciate your effort to speak Hebrew, even if imperfect. Don't be afraid to try!
Learning "No" — Quick Reference
| Hebrew | לא |
| Pronunciation | Lo |
| English | No |
| Category | common |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Gender-specific | No — same for everyone |
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