🇮🇱 Hebrew phrases

How to Say "Stop" in Hebrew

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
תפסיק
"Stop" in Hebrew · say it like tahf-seek

The most natural way to say "Stop" in Hebrew is תפסיק. 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

עצור
used more in the context of stopping a vehicle or a person
חדול
more formal and less commonly used in everyday conversation

When to use it

Use 'תפסיק' when you want someone to stop doing something immediately. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. You can use it with friends, family, or in a professional setting.

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Examples in Hebrew

HebrewEnglish
תפסיק לדבר בזמן שאני מדברStop talking while I am speaking
תפסיק לגעת בזהStop touching that
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'תפסיק' with 'עצור', but 'תפסיק' is more general while 'עצור' is specific to stopping movement.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear תפסיק, 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

Can I use 'תפסיק' in a polite request?

Yes, you can use it politely by adding 'בבקשה' (please) before it.

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