Yiddish (Noun)
Meaning
A dialect of High German including some Hebrew and other words; spoken in Europe as a vernacular by many Jews; written in the Hebrew script.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The unique blend of Yiddish and traditional Hebrew phrases created a distinctive flavor in the folk songs of the Eastern European Jewish community.
- She studied Yiddish as a way to connect with her heritage and communicate with her relatives from different parts of Europe.
- The old Yiddish proverbs passed down through generations were a source of wisdom and inspiration for the young scholar.
- The Yiddish poem was written in the Hebrew script and provided a glimpse into the complex emotions experienced by Jewish people during the war.
- He traveled to Europe in search of authentic Yiddish music, always remembering the stories his grandparents told about the rich cultural heritage they left behind.