לְחַיִּים

To life

le-KHAI-yim

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Meanings

To lifeCheers

About “To life” in Hebrew

L'chaim is the quintessential Jewish toast, raised with a glass of wine or spirits at celebrations, weddings, and gatherings. The phrase encapsulates the Jewish emphasis on celebrating and sanctifying life in all its dimensions. It became world-famous through the musical Fiddler on the Roof and represents the Jewish spirit of finding joy and meaning even amid life's challenges.

Example

הֵרִימוּ כּוֹסִית - לְחַיִּים!
Raise a glass - to life!

This word starts with the Hebrew letter lamed.

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