yiddish (Meaning)
yiddish (n)
a dialect of High German including some Hebrew and other words; spoken in Europe as a vernacular by many Jews; written in the Hebrew script
yiddish (n.)
A language used by German and other Jews, being a Middle German dialect developed under Hebrew and Slavic influence. It is written in Hebrew characters.
Synonyms & Antonyms of yiddish
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yiddish Sentence Examples
- The play "Fiddler on the Roof" features characters who speak in Yiddish.
- My grandparents immigrated to America from a Yiddish-speaking village in Eastern Europe.
- The Yiddish language is a blend of Hebrew, German, and Slavic influences.
- Many Yiddish words have been adopted into the English language, such as "chutzpah" and "nosh."
- Yiddish is still spoken by some Haredi Jews in New York City and Israel.
- The Yiddish writer Sholem Aleichem is known for his humorous and touching stories.
- The Yiddish press played an important role in informing and entertaining the Jewish community in the United States.
- Yiddish literature often explores themes of immigration, identity, and the Jewish experience.
- The Yiddish language has a rich vocabulary for expressing Jewish rituals and beliefs.
- The study of Yiddish can provide insights into Jewish history and culture.
FAQs About the word yiddish
a dialect of High German including some Hebrew and other words; spoken in Europe as a vernacular by many Jews; written in the Hebrew scriptA language used by Ge
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The play "Fiddler on the Roof" features characters who speak in Yiddish.
My grandparents immigrated to America from a Yiddish-speaking village in Eastern Europe.
The Yiddish language is a blend of Hebrew, German, and Slavic influences.
Many Yiddish words have been adopted into the English language, such as "chutzpah" and "nosh."
