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ad kdei kach
so much. has it gone this far? (Weiser: "expression of wonder regarding the extent or intensity of something.")
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assur
forbidden
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b'emet
"As a matter of fact." (Weiser); "Really?"
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balabotish
"Quiet; respectable; well mannered" (Rosten). "middle class"; normal
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batlan
"A misfit, such as a Talmud student of no promise" (Rosten).
"naive, impractical person" (Steinmetz)
"Someone without a trade or regular means of livelihood" (Rosten).
"Someone with intellectual pretensions and half-baked ideas" (Rosten).
"Layabout" (Glinert)
"An unemployed or lazy man" (Rosten).
"One who consistently wastes time: Bum, FaineĢant" (Weiser).
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bedieved
"done just well enough to fulfill a need or duty; perfunctorily" (Weiser, Frumspeak)
"under duress, or done when no options are available; as a last resort" (Weiser, Frumspeak)
done after the fact (in an acceptable, but still not ideal, manner); ex post facto
"resentfully; without enthusiasm; begrudgingly" (Weiser, Frumspeak)
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beiyun
"With depth and in detail: intensively"
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bekitzur
"Briefly or concisely: succinctly" (Weiser)
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bichlal
in any way, entirely, in general, altogether
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bochur
young unmarried male, especially a yeshiva student
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bring down
cite or reference
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by
at [a location], at the house of, with, among, according to the opinion of, at [an event, time of year] (in addition to Standard English near).
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chabura
study group
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chakira
proposition, treatise, deliberation
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chap
"to comprehend" (Weiser) (lit. "to grasp")
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chazarah
(n.) review of material previously studied
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chazer
"go over; review" (Weiser)
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chazir
1. pork 2. a pig, greedy person (JPS)
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chidush
innovative idea; an insight; discovery; novelty
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chumrah
a religious stringency
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chutzpah
guts (positive)
nerve, audacity, the quality of over-stepping boundries with no shame (negative)
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davka
"definitely or exactly stated; specifically" (Weiser)
just to annoy, just to be contrary
even; despite expectations to the contrary -- often with a slightly amused or ironic feeling of "wouldn't you know it?" or "of all things" ("of all people" ... etc.)
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ein hachi nami
"granted"; yes, that's how it is, that's certainly true
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farher
noun: an oral examination, typically on one's understanding of Talmud
verb: examine, test, quiz
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farshtunken(e)
literally 'stinking' (Rosten); contemptible
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fress
To gobble up food; to gorge oneself. "To eat quickly or noisily, like an animal" (JPS)
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frum
religious; observant; Orthodox
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gadol
literally "big," refers to particularly well respected rabbis; "luminary" (Weiser)
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gashmiyus
materialism, in contrast with spiritual concerns; "indulgence in earthly pleasures" (Weiser)
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gedolim
Important, influential people, especially renowned rabbis of the present or recent past. Luminaries (Weiser)
Secondary usage: feces or excrement.
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gezerah
"An authoritative command either to perform or to refrain from performing a particular act" (Weiser)
"an addition to a previously existing precept" (Weiser)
In Jewish law, a prohibition enacted by the Sages as a measure to protect religious observance under changed conditions.
"evil decree" (Steinmetz)
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glatt
Super-kosher (not only of food), or acceptable to the Haredi community.
Showing consistency of reason (Weiser).
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golem
"A creature of Jewish medieval folklore, a golem is a figure made into the form of a human and given life." (JPS)
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golus
literally "exile" (JPS); outside of the Land of Israel; away from a vibrant Jewish community; the time period since the destruction of the Second Temple at Jerusalem (Glinert)
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gurnisht
"nothing, zilch, zero" (JPS)
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hashkafah
ideological outlook; point of view; "philosophy" (Weiser)
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hashpa'ah
motivating force, source for change in one's actions, influence
influence, or effect, particularly on one's character, development, and/or behavior
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hock
"to bother incessantly: ANNOY" (Weiser)
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hold
to opine; to act in accordance with; to be of the opinion; to believe "maintain" (Weiser)
to maintain a degree of religious observance
agree with
to be on the verge of
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iyun
study, "examination of sources to develop a coherent, educated opinion" (Weiser)
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kal v'chomer
by extrapolation we know; all the more so. "with assuredness of mind or action based on an earlier, more restrictive, premise; assuredly; certainly: indubitably." (Weiser)
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kashe
A question posing some difficulty because of apparent inconsistencies with accepted premises: problem. A tough, perplexing question.
Question, difficulty (Steinmetz), challenge, objection.
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kedai
"worth it" (Weiser)
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kenas
A fine paid as a penalty for wrongdoing.
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kesher
connection, relationship, link
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kimat
"almost or nearly" (Weiser)
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kiruv
outreach work meant to encourage non-religious Jews to become religious, [lit. "to bring closer"]
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kivyakhol
"As if", "so to speak," can be used to refer to anthropomorphic language about God
Substitute or euphemism for God's name, similar to Hashem
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koved
"honor, dignity, respect" (JPS)
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kuntz
strategy (Weiser)
feat, stunt, trick, challenge, ingenuity
peculiarity, particular oddness (JPS)
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l'hachis
spitefully; deliberately; literally "in order to anger"
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learn
"To be involved in the acquisition of Torah knowledge through reading and reflection, or to do so as an occupation: STUDY" (Weiser)
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lechoira
seemingly as such while allowing for the possibility of the opposite; apparently; ostensibly (Weiser)
Able to be taken for granted; assumed true in the absence of proof to the contrary; presumably (Weiser)
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leibedik
lively, enthusiastic; warm, heartfelt
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loshn
language; jargon
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maarich
to extend, talk/write at length
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macher
"1. Someone who arranges, fixes, has connections...someone who is [very] active in an organization" (Rosten) "important person", "hot shot"
somebody who is successful, handy, dextrous
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madrega
level, especially spiritual level
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makpid
Particular, conscientious, especially in relation to Jewish law.
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mamish
"1. As though true to fact...2. Surely or certainly...3. Actually, genuinely...4. To a high degree...5. Enthusiastic response: WOW." (Weiser)
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matzliach
"To thrive: Prosper" (Weiser)
"Accomplishing a mission or an attempt: Successful" (Weiser)
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mazel tov
congratulations [lit. "good fortune"]
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mechayil el chayil
"from strength to strength"
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medakdeik
"Thorough or painstaking; avoiding error by virtue of the care exercised: CAREFUL." (Weiser) exacting, precise
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mefunak
luxurious, elaborate, pampering
being particularly concerned about cleanliness, appearance, and the way things are prepared: finicky, spoiled.
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mekarev
Literally "bring closer", used in the sense of bringing closer to traditional Judaism A noun for one who brings people closer to traditional Judaism.
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melacha
"Work or actions forbidden on Shabbat" (JPS). Mostly applies on Yom Tov, as well, and often refers to creative work, or use of electronics.
"That which requires exertion or effort: Task" (Weiser).
"Art or skill: Trade" (Weiser).
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mensch
"An upright, honorable, a decent person." (Rosten)
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meshuga
crazy
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meykil
"Taking the lenient position: Liberal" (Weiser)
"Yielding to wishes: Indulgent" (Weiser)
A decisor who follows a lenient option and issues a kulah (lenient ruling).
"Not harsh or strict: Easygoing" (Weiser)
"One who is not strict: Liberal, Latitudinarian" (Weiser)
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nafke mine
practical difference
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nebach
interjection, adverb: "unfortunately"; noun: an unfortunate person
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nogeia b'dovor
one who has a vested interest in something; not a disinterested party. "related in a way as would affect an opinion: associated." (Weiser)
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parasha
general realm of feasibility, ballpark (Weiser)
a tedious, lengthy enumeration or account, litany (Weiser)
Selection of the Pentateuch read publicly on the Sabbath.
period of dating for marriage (Orthodox Jews)
conversation (Weiser)
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pasken
to rule halachically
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patur
not liable, exempt
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peshat
"The literal, obvious meaning scholars give to a Jewish text. It can also refer to the simple interpretation of any issue or question." (JPS)
"An explanation of the logic behind or the source of a passage, event, work, etc." (Weiser)
Justification
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prost
coarse, base, not classy, vulgar, common
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rachmones
mercy, pity, empathy
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rega
wait, hold on; lit. "an instant"
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reid
n. "unofficial information spread through the grapevine" (Weiser), especially information related to Talmud study
v. refer someone for a marriage match; pronounce a match
n. speech, talk
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remez
interpretation/analysis of Torah (or other texts) on a symbolic level, taking it as an allegory, seeing what is implied
"a mark or detail that suggests the existence of implicit information, a trace, an allusion" (Weiser)
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ruach
spirit, "spiritedness, morale" (JPS)
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safek
A doubt or doubtful case.
"Unresolved question: Uncertainty" (Weiser)
"Doubt in the integrity of: Suspicion" (Weiser)
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sakanah
danger
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schlep
To travel from one place to another when one would prefer not to
An annoyingly long journey
"To carry, lug" (JPS)
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schnorrer
a begger, a parasite. "A moocher" (JPS)
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sechel
"Common sense" (JPS), intelligence
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seder
order, orderliness, system, routine
period for Torah study
A ceremony involving recitations, singing, food, and drink typically associated with Passover, but also with Tu B'shvat and Rosh Hashanah.
The name for the six sections of the Mishnah.
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sefer
"A literary composition written particularly of, on, or about the Torah" (Weiser)
Hebrew or Aramaic book
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seforim
Religious books written in Hebrew or Aramaic.
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Shayach
Pertinent, relevant (Steinmetz).
1. Capable of being true or believable: Conceivable. / 2. Capable of being done: Surmountable / 3. Practical, reasonable, or possible: Feasible. (Weiser)
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shidduch
"In popular usage, any match or alliance, as in The shidduch between the two organization was a success." (Steinberg)
a date in the process of finding one's spouse
an arranged spousal match
a mate
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shiur
"1. A lesson, lecture, or discourse on the Torah, Mishnah, or Gemara...(2. A measure, size, or rate)." (JPS)
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shluffy
[to go] to sleep (child-directed speech)
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shmutz
"Dirt, stain, or filth." (JPS)
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shtark
Adj: religiously intense. Literally "strong," generally used in reference to someone more religious than the speaker
Verb: "shtark out" - to identify oneself closer to the Black Hat end of the Modern Orthodox to Black Hat continuum, in comparison to one's previous location on that continuum.
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shteig
strive; study; lit. "rise"
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shtender
lectern
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shtick
"Overused actions or behavior." (JPS)
Comedy routine.
Performances and silly behavior at weddings, intended to entertain the bride and groom.
Props and decorations used for wedding entertainment.
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shvach
weak, pathetic, (a place or gathering that is) lacking in activity
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simcha
"A joyous occasion; a celebration" (JPS); usually related to a lifecycle event
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sugya
passage from the Talmud
"A distinct matter for consideration in discussion, thought, or study" (Weiser)
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tachlis
practical details of a matter, "brass tacks" (as in, "Let's get down to brass tacks.")
purpose, aim
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taka
(can also be used ironically)
Is that so? Really, actually, indeed, "in consideration of all the information available" (Weiser)
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tell over
to repeat or teach a story heard elsewhere
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tenai
"A condition of circumstance upon which a certain effect is predicated: Stipulation" (Weiser).
(pl. form tenaim only, used as sg.) "The original prenuptial contract, the tenaim dates from the 12th century. It is the detailed dowry and other financial arrangements, the date of the wedding, and the penalty if anyone backed out. Some traditional and Hasidic Jews still prepare a tenaim and read it aloud at an engagement party or sign it before the wedding ceremony, at the same time the ketubbah is signed" (JPS).
A condition, especially one made as part of an agreement.
(pl. form tenaim only, used as sg) "A traditional name for an engagement party" (JPS)
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Torah
Literally, "teaching". 1. The five books of moses. 2. Jewish law and values in general.
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veiter
"More distant: Farther." (Weiser)
"At a more advanced point: Further." (Weiser)
"Further; next." (Steinmetz)
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yeshiva
traditionally, an institution that focuses on teaching Talmud to boys and young men. Today yeshivas exist for men and women.
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yeshivish
Litvish; Lithuanian; associated with the rationalistic Lithuanian tradition; associated with non-Hasidic Black Hat communities
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zoykhe
to merit
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