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Israeli Accent

Intermediate - Advanced

A course that will give non-native Hebrew speakers the confidence to speak and sound like a local Israeli.

Course Description

Elevate your Hebrew communication skills and pronunciation with our immersive course! Unlock the power of clear and effective communication in Modern Hebrew by mastering the accent and speech used by native speakers. This 15-week program is designed to help you build a strong foundation in practical conversational in Hebrew, while having fun along the way. 

By the end of the course, you will… 

  • Understand and modify Hebrew sounds that differ from your native language. 
  • Connect phrases with proper rhythm, utilizing colloquial expressions effectively. 
  • Move beyond literal translations from English to Hebrew. 
  • Improve listening comprehension by gaining insight into Israeli pronunciation and interpretation. 
  • Eliminate the need to switch to your native language

Our course employs unique techniques that challenge your thinking, promoting a new perspective on improving your accent. You’ll benefit from a comprehensive video course and receive live, in-the-moment feedback on your speech, blending self-study and guided learning. Master Hebrew vowel and consonant sounds, including challenging ones like Resh + Chet / Chaf, through interactive exercises. Practice with word lists, paragraphs, and dialogues to refine your Israeli accent with the guidance of a native coach. By the end of the course, you’ll confidently express full sentences with your newly acquired Israeli accent.  

Join us and unlock your potential in Hebrew communication! 

When do our courses start?
We have a few starting dates so you can choose the class that best suits your schedule. Our next class starts on Sunday, April 07 at 1:00 PM. If you are interested in one of our classes click on the schedule below to start the registration process.

Select your preferred class time
All times are in GMT+-5
11:00am
Sun, Apr 7
Wed, Apr 10
Thu, Apr 11
11:00am
10 Apr 2024 - 10 Aug 2024 Starts at 11:00am | GMT+-5 Weekly, Class duration: 60 min Enroll now
1:00pm
07 Apr 2024 - 07 Aug 2024 Starts at 1:00pm | GMT+-5 Weekly, Class duration: 60 min Enroll now
2:00pm
07 Apr 2024 - 07 Aug 2024 Starts at 2:00pm | GMT+-5 Weekly, Class duration: 60 min Enroll now
6:05pm
11 Apr 2024 - 11 Aug 2024 Starts at 6:05pm | GMT+-5 Weekly, Class duration: 60 min Enroll now

Syllabus Summary

  1. What is an accent?

    Main Lesson:
    Our Learning Process
    The Language Identity Flow Chart
    3 Different Types of Sounds

  2. Practice

    Get to know the group and their challenges with Hebrew speaking.
    Provide general feedback for this specific group to determine where to focus / how to adjust for the remainder of the course.
    Lots of speaking, lots of sharing, finding common ground, etc.

  3. Intro To Hebrew Vowel Sounds

    Main Lesson:
    How Many Vowel Sounds Are There?
    Diphthongs (Straight vs. Moving Vowels)
    Easy vs. Not-so-easy Vowel Sounds

  4. Practice

    This is the chance to really hear the unique subtleties between our native accents and target sounds. We'll use conversation and games with minimal pairs to highlight these key differences.

  5. Unstressed Vowel Sounds

    Main Lesson:
    Pure Vowels (Oral Posture + Lip Position)
    How To Pronounce ה ,ו ,ש ,ל ,ב
    Linking Practice with Function Words

  6. Practice

    This is the most important sound to receive feedback on since it's the hardest to hear by yourself. We'll continue the practice of linking within common idioms, and bring back up some of the most common mispronunciations of vowels sounds, specifically plural ים and pronunciation of ל when beginning infinitive forms.

  7. Intro To Consonant Sounds

    Main Lesson:
    P T K Sounds In Hebrew (+ Dalet)
    Pronouncing Lamed
    Allophones of T and D

  8. Practice

    While the vowel practice requires more precision with mouth shape and form, consonants are a little easier to discuss. They involve touching tongues to teeth and gum ridges and are more or less measurable and demonstrable. We'll use this session to practice tricky words with our consonant sounds workshop and particularly bring up common phrases to continue to apply each session to the real life conversation.

  9. How To Pronounce Resh + Chet / Chaf

    Main Lesson:
    Allophones of Resh
    Clusters with Resh
    Most Challenging Hebrew Words

  10. Practice

    Let's flip accent learning on its head! This week we work to imitate Israeli accents in English. The goal is to not have to think about the words but simply isolate the sounds. Using English as the word base, we then can focus on how an Israeli brain would go about saying this word. For example, is Dadדֶד or דַד? What about Dead? We'll answer these questions and much more during our practice week with Resh and Chet.

  11. Intro To Prosody

    Main Lesson:
    How to Parse a Hebrew Sentence
    Review Function vs. Content Words
    Tonality: Asking Questions + Making Statements

  12. Practice

    We'll start reading more short phrases and moving up to reading longer paragraphs with a focus on parsing and attention to stress. Students will start asking themselves, "Where's the emphasis in this phrase?" They'll see the relationship between our tonality and rhythmic stress.

  13. Strategy + Practical Applications

    Main Lesson:
    Anticipating Common Questions
    How to Best Use Practice Time
    Review Our Process
    Answer Any Final Questions

  14. Practice

    An to come together and discuss what we've taken away from the experience. We'll share the things that we're excited to implement as well as the characteristics we're still working through, but with form and technique. We'll share some resources for listening practice and shadowing as well as the next steps for taking Hebrew pronunciation to a more solid, consistent place.

  15. Final overview of course

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In addition to the course you will gain access to both our live and recorded webinars discussing fascinating Israeli topics. It’s time to deepen your connection to Israel through modern Hebrew.

Your Hebrew journey is about to begin!

The registration process takes a minute and is required to secure your spot in the class.
In case you decide to cancel your participation within 7 days from registration you will be able to receive a full refund.

Select your preferred class time
  • April 07, 2024 - 1:00pm | GMT+-5
  • April 07, 2024 - 2:00pm | GMT+-5
  • April 10, 2024 - 11:00am | GMT+-5
  • April 11, 2024 - 6:05pm | GMT+-5
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    All our courses include

    Online Forum
    Ask questions any time
    Teachers and students have open questions regarding course topics
    Access to recordings of your live lessons
    Missed your live lesson? Don't worry, simply view the recording
    Technical Support
    available 24/7
    We are here to help you with any technical issue
    Extra Practice Sessions
    A weekly Q&A session in addition to the regular lesson

    Have a Question?

    • How does the course work?

      We teach live classes online: a teacher and a small group of students meet once a week through their home computer. We use video conference technology that allows live student-teacher interaction. You can fully participate in the lesson by using the microphone or the chat box.

    • What if I miss a lesson?

      Don’t worry, all the live lessons are also recorded and available on-demand. You can review them at any time.

    • What qualifications do your teachers have?

      All our teachers have a teaching certificate and are approved by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. They are all native Hebrew speakers, providing students with a well-rounded education in Hebrew language and Israeli culture.

    • What is your cancellation policy?

      To read our full cancellation policy, click here.

    • Class time zones – what time do your classes start?

      We teach Sunday to Friday according to your local time zone. You are welcome to check the schedule and assign yourself to a time that’s most suitable for you.

    • Do I need to purchase special equipment for the courses?

      All you need is a working computer with an internet connection and you’re set. We work with Windows and Mac operating systems.

    • How much does it cost?

      The total tuition for the course is $970.

    • Can I pay in installments?

      Yes, you can pay in 9 monthly installments.