ברוך הבא
Welcome
Baruch haba (m) / Brucha haba (f)
Welcome someone.
Context: Changes based on the gender of the person being welcomed.
⚠️ Gender Note: This phrase changes based on the speaker's gender. Use baba for the correct form based on your gender.
How to Use "Welcome" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Changes based on the gender of the person being welcomed.
B: ברוך הבא
This phrase is considered formal in register and is at a intermediate difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "ברוך הבא"
Baruch haba (m) / Brucha haba (f)
Break it down: Baruch — haba — (m) — / — Brucha — haba — (f)
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 carries a more formal tone. Use it in professional settings, with elders, or when you want to show extra respect.
Hebrew is a gendered language. This phrase changes depending on who is speaking or being spoken to. baba automatically handles gender for you in translations.
Body language matters in Israel. When saying "welcome", Israelis often accompany greetings with warm eye contact and sometimes a handshake or cheek kiss between friends.
Learning "Welcome" — Quick Reference
| Hebrew | ברוך הבא |
| Pronunciation | Baruch haba (m) / Brucha haba (f) |
| English | Welcome |
| Category | greetings |
| Difficulty | intermediate |
| Gender-specific | Yes — changes by gender |
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