In the Hebrew alphabet, some letters look alike and may confuse readers and writers. These similarities appear in pairs or trios. Here are common examples:
- Dalet (ד) and Resh (ר): Both share a similar shape. Dalet includes a small protrusion in the upper left corner.
- Ayin (ע) and Tsadi (צ): Each has curved lines. Tsadi adds a small extension at the bottom.
- Vav (ו) and Zayin (ז): Zayin features a small stroke at the top, which sets it apart from Vav.
- Samekh (ס) and Final Mem (ם): Both appear round. Final Mem forms a fully closed shape.
- Hey (ה), Het (ח), and Tav (ת): All three look rectangular. Hey has a gap in its left leg. Het is completely closed. Tav has a flat base that resembles Het but usually looks more extended.
