English Word · Intermediate
shalom
The traditional Jewish greeting of "shalom"
Pronunciation: /ʃɑːˈloʊm/
Meaning
A Hebrew word meaning 'peace', used as a greeting or farewell.
Example
He exchanged shaloms with a group of young people coming out of the synagogue and turned left toward a corner.
He exchanged shaloms with a group of young people coming out of the synagogue and turned left toward a corner.
Practice tips
- Practice shalom out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.