Fruits are colorful, delicious, and a great way to expand your Hebrew vocabulary. Whether you’re shopping at the market, reading a menu, or talking about your favorite snack, these words will help you speak Hebrew with confidence.
Common Fruits
| English | Hebrew (with niqqud) | Transliteration |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | תַּפּוּחַ | tapuach |
| Banana | בָּנָנָה | bananah |
| Orange | תַּפּוּז | tapuz |
| Pear | אַגָּס | agas |
| Grapes | עֲנָבִים | anavim |
| Strawberry | תּוּת | tut |
| Watermelon | אֲבַטִּיחַ | avti’ach |
| Melon | מֶלוֹן | melon |
| Peach | אֲפַרְסֵק | afarsek |
| Plum | שְׁזִיף | shezif |
| Pomegranate | רִמּוֹן | rimon |
| Kiwi | קִיוִי | kiwi |
Useful Phrases
- אני אוהב תפוח ואגס – Ani ohev tapuach ve-agas – I like apple and pear
- אפשר בננה אחת בבקשה – Efshar bananah achat bevakasha – One banana, please
- אני קונה פירות לשבת – Ani koneh peirot le-Shabbat – I’m buying fruits for Shabbat
Practice Tips
- Make a fruit salad and name each ingredient in Hebrew.
- Use flashcards with pictures and Hebrew names to reinforce memory.
- Listen to Hebrew children’s songs or market scenes to hear fruit names in context.