Hebrew Word of the Day
Monday, February 23, 2026
חַג שָׂמֵחַ

Happy holiday

KHAG sa-MAY-akh

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Chag sameach is the universal Jewish holiday greeting used for all major festivals including Passover, Sukkot, and Shavuot. The word chag comes from the root meaning 'to circle' or 'to celebrate,' reflecting the cyclical nature of the Jewish calendar. In Israel, this greeting is heard everywhere during holiday seasons.
Example
חַג שָׂמֵחַ לְכָל הַמִּשְׁפָּחָה!
Happy holiday to the whole family!
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