nalashevet

Pronunciations

nalashevet (nah-lah-SHEH-veht) listen

Definitions

  • interj. Please sit.

Example Sentences

  • "Nalashevet—now let's talk about your proposal."

Languages of Origin

  • Modern Hebrew

Etymology

  • נא לשבת

    • Who Uses This

      • Israel: Diaspora Jews who feel connected to Israel and have spent time there

      Regions

      • North America

      Dictionaries

      • None

      Alternative Spellings

      na lashevet

Notes

  • Used in services, sometimes followed by translation: "Please be seated."

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