🇮🇱 Hebrew phrases

How to Say "How are you?" in Hebrew

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
מה שלומך?
"How are you?" in Hebrew · say it like mah shlo-meh-cha

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Hebrew is מה שלומך?. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

מה נשמע?
More casual, often used among friends.
איך אתה?
Used when addressing a male; can be formal or casual.
איך את?
Used when addressing a female; can be formal or casual.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when greeting someone you know. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. It shows interest in the other person's well-being.

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Examples in Hebrew

HebrewEnglish
היי, מה שלומך?Hi, how are you?
מה שלומך היום?How are you today?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use the wrong gender form when addressing someone.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear מה שלומך?, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hebrew with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it okay to ask this to someone I just met?

Yes, it's a friendly way to start a conversation.

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