How to say “Hello” in Hebrew
The most common way to say “hello” in Hebrew. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
שלום
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Hebrew
שלום, מה שלומך?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Hebrew?
"Hello" in Hebrew is "שלום". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "שלום" written in Hebrew?
Hebrew uses the Hebrew alphabet, an abjad. "שלום" is the standard right-to-left written form.
How do you pronounce "שלום" in Hebrew?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "שלום" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "שלום" mean in English?
"שלום" is the Hebrew way of saying "Hello" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Hello" in Hebrew?
Many languages — including Hebrew — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "שלום" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Hebrew spoken?
Hebrew is spoken by an estimated 9 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Hebrew dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Hebrew dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "שלום" or any other Hebrew text.