Asher Yatzar
Edit
Record a Pronunciation

Definitions

  • n. A blessing recited after using the restroom.

Example Sentences

  • "Over the years, reciting the asher yatzar has become for me and opportunity to offer thanks not just for the proper functioning of my excretory organs, but for my overall good health." (source)

Record a Sentence

Languages of Origin

  • Textual Hebrew

Etymology

  • from the blessing: אֲשֶׁר יָצַר, lit. 'who has formed man'

      • Who Uses This

      • Orthodox: Jews who identify as Orthodox and observe halacha (Jewish law)

      Regions

      • North America

      Dictionaries

      • Yinglish: A Lexicon of Judeo-English by Aliza Bulow

      Alternative Spellings

      Asher Yatsar

Edit     Something missing from this entry? Inaccurate? Feel free to suggest an edit.

Share this word: