Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hebreu
noun
/ˈhiː.bruː/
Definition
Hebrew is a Semitic language traditionally spoken by the Jewish people.
Examples
- He studied Hebrew for several years.
- The Hebrew Bible, known as the Tanakh, is fundamental to Judaism.
Meaning
The term ‘Hebrew’ refers to both the language and the ancient Israelites who spoke it. It is also pivotal in Jewish religious texts, notably the Hebrew Bible.
Synonyms
- Jewish language
- Ivrit