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As summer heats up, the Yiddish term 'shvitzing' becomes a relatable and humorous expression for sweating, introducing a cultural connection to the word's pl...

Benjamin Netanyahu's Hebrew speeches reveal linguistic parallels with Donald Trump, especially in framing political actions as promises kept and emphasizing ...

New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani stirred controversy by failing to condemn the phrase 'globalize the intifada,' often seen as inciting anti-Jew...

Moderating a conversation with Yiddish literature scholar Dov Ber Kotlerman, the article provides insights into the current state and future prospects of Yid...

The Forward has enhanced its Yiddish-language content by introducing a new feature that provides pronunciation guides for Hebrew and Aramaic words in their a...

Clara Shapiro reflects on her surreal summer experience at the Steiner Program, where a group of eclectic students immersed themselves in Yiddish language an...

Aviya Kushner explores the parallels in rhetoric used by Donald Trump and the late Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar regarding sacrifice for perceived greater gains....

Andy Roshal explores the complexities of translating Aaron Zeitlin's monologue, "Monolog in Pleynem Yidish," which is written in a blend of Yiddish and Engli...

Philanthropist Eli Hirschfeld has generously donated the domains Yiddish.com and Yiddish.org to the Forward, an organization dedicated to promoting Yiddish c...

Rachel Seelig reflects on the complex emotions tied to her children's multilingual upbringing in Germany. For Seelig, German carries the weight of family his...

Hebrew's use of "chaver," which ambiguously refers to both platonic friends and romantic partners, highlights cultural nuances in how Israelis define relatio...

As the United States announces significant tariffs, leading to economic uncertainty, Aviya Kushner reflects on the linguistic and cultural implications of su...

In a heated political exchange in New York City, City Comptroller Brad Lander retorted to Andrew Cuomo's suggestion that he was contributing to antisemitism ...

In Berlin, a novel initiative called "Nu? Yiddish in All Art Forms" has emerged as the city's first Yiddish open mic night. Organized by the Yiddish culture ...

Yiddish has a long-standing and vibrant history in Texas, despite the state's popularly perceived linguistic identity. The language saw its heyday from 1907 ...

An upcoming event at the Baruch Performing Arts Center in Manhattan will see six leading Yiddish studies experts engaging in a discussion about the future of...

Yugntruf has launched an initiative called Farbreng to create in-person gatherings for Yiddish speakers in cities like Boston, Chicago, Michigan, Montreal, a...

Sarah Bunin Benor critiques Donald Trump's misuse of the Hebrew word "shalom," traditionally a greeting meaning peace, to signal aggression or dominance in p...

The interview with Gabriel Weinreich provides insights into his family's legacy, particularly highlighting the contributions of his brother, Uriel Weinreich,...

Ari Lamm, a multifaceted rabbi and scholar, champions the importance of reading the Torah in its original Hebrew to unlock deeper themes and nuances often lo...

Yiddish scholar Leyzer Burko is offering a course this spring focusing on the Ukrainian-Yiddish dialect, which was historically significant in Yiddish theate...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the complexities of understanding Tanakhic Hebrew, emphasizing the importance of knowing precise meanings of words in biblic...

Ladino, a historically pivotal language for Sephardic Jews, is gaining renewed interest worldwide, from New York's Ladino Day celebration to mentions in cont...

In this delightful story shared by the Forverts, a pair found love during an otherwise mundane jury duty assignment, encapsulating how unexpected circumstanc...

This summer, Warsaw will host an intensive Yiddish seminar focusing significantly on Yiddish journalism. The program, starting on June 30, 2025, offers two- ...

The Yiddish Summer Program in Paris is now open for registration, providing a unique opportunity for participants to immerse themselves in Yiddish culture an...

Yiddish speakers in cities like Chicago and Boston are engaging in lively communal activities, fostering a sense of enjoyment and connection within Yiddish-s...

The article elucidates the correct name of the eighteenth Hebrew letter as 'tzadi,' contrary to the common misconception of it being called 'tzaddik.' Histor...

The article discusses a video presentation that explores the use and significance of Yiddish during the 16th century. This time period was crucial for the de...

Reflecting on two havdalah gatherings organized by the Students for Justice in Palestine at a university, the author deliberates on the intentionality of cho...

Joseph Lowin explores the versatility of the Hebrew root (ḥet-tet-pe), meaning "to snatch", which appears in various contexts from ancient scriptures to mode...

Malka Z. Simkovich explores the origin and significance of the term "diaspora" as coined during the translation of the Hebrew Torah into the Greek Septuagint...

Franz Kafka's lesser-known Hebrew writings are featured in a new exhibit at the Morgan Library and Museum in New York City, highlighting the Jewish influence...

Lior Zaltzman whimsically explores the Yiddish term "gatkes," meaning long underwear, and the cultural warmth it conveys. Growing up in Israel, where such co...

The article by Aviya Kushner considers the growing usage of terms like "scholasticide" and "domicide" to critique Israel's military actions in Gaza, arguing ...

The Gospel According to Chaim, a historic Yiddish play by Mikhl Yashinsky, premiered on Christmas Eve 2023, marking the first original Yiddish-language drama...

A Yiddish book fair is set to take place in Herzliya, Israel, on December 29, 2024, providing a platform for the celebration and promotion of Yiddish literat...

"The Essence: A Yiddish Theatre Dim Sum" is a comedic theatrical experience set to return for a limited run in Manhattan in January 2025. Created by Allen Le...

Harvard University's denial of tenure to its sole Yiddish professor, Saul Noam Zaritt, threatens not only its Yiddish and Jewish studies programs but also it...

A Yiddish theater production has been launched under a project aimed at supporting plays performed in minority languages. This initiative is part of a broade...

Avram Patt recounts a memorable experience from the mid-1970s in Vermont, where his knowledge of Yiddish surprised a thrift shop saleswoman. Having moved fro...

The weekly Torah portion, Chayei Sarah, offers a lens into the nuances of Biblical Hebrew, emphasizing its compact and enigmatic nature. The article explores...

French remains a significant language for Jewish communities worldwide, both historically and present-day, with its influence seen in regions like North Afri...

Joseph Lowin explores the versatility and historical richness of the Hebrew root (khaf-vav-nun), emphasizing its associations with preparation and focus. He ...

In a video segment shared by Mishpacha Magazine, two Haredi Israelis commend the proficiency and authenticity of the Yiddish spoken by American Hasidic commu...

Dovid Braun is a distinguished Yiddish linguist and cultural activist whose work has greatly contributed to the preservation and promotion of Yiddish languag...

Jodi Rudoren explores the cultural nuances of the term "mensch" and the sartorial choice of wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with the word. At a Jewish conferenc...

October 7, 2023, marked a significant turning point in Jewish vocabulary due to its catastrophic events, similar to how 9/11 reshaped language. The aftermath...

The Marinus and Minna B. Koster Foundation is seeking projects that promote Yiddish as a living language for the upcoming year. This initiative continues the...

Exploring the surge of the word 'schlub' in modern discourse, Aviya Kushner delves into its usage to describe unkempt or incompetent individuals, predominant...