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1. What is a ‘dictionary by subject'?
2. How can this format help me to learn Hebrew?
3. What is the structure of the book?
4. How does it work as a reference book?
5. How can I find the terms I am looking for?
6. Who is it useful for?
7. What is included on the audio CD?
8. What does mp3 format mean and where can I play my CD?
9. Where can I buy it?

1. What is a ‘dictionary by subject’?
EHBS is a ‘dictionary by subject’. It therefore lists words according to topic (e.g. health, food, politics) rather than alphabetically. Vocabulary is found under categories and is sub-divided according to logic and association. Download sample chapter.

2. How can this format help me to learn Hebrew?
A sound vocabulary is the basis of language acquisition, and is fundamental to all communication (verbal, written, listening & reading). By listing words according to subject, EHBS makes learning new vocabulary easy and effective. Research shows that vocabulary is easier to absorb and retain in context and by using subject-based resources.

3. What is the structure of the book?
EHBS has been carefully structured into 41 chapters of vocabulary (over 10,000 thematically organized terms). The vocabulary in each chapter covers a range of levels - from beginners to academic level, from basic words to professional terms that are useful for those with a strong interest in a particular field.

The vocabulary chapters are divided into nouns, adjectives and verbs, all of which are organized according to logic and association. The nouns are further divided into subsections. ‘The Town’ (Chapter 18) includes, for example: ‘Institutions & Services’, ‘Stores/Shops’, and ‘People & Professionals’.

All terms are numbered for the user’s convenience, and in order to create a clear division between terms. This is also a useful tool for teachers wishing to assign their students word lists for independent learning.

There are also 10 chapters addressing grammatical aspects such as prepositions, conjunctions and pronouns, and finally, 2 chapters on punctuation, prefixes & suffixes.

 4. How is EHBS a ‘unique reference book’?
  • Words with multiple meanings appear in more than one chapter. This enables you to find precise terms within context. E.g. if you wanted the word ‘sentence’ you would find the grammatical term under ‘Education’, and the legal term in ‘Law and Justice’.
  • Verbs are given in both infinitive and third person past tense – great for verb conjugation!
  • People and professionals are given in masculine and feminine forms (a unique referencing feature).
5. How can I find the terms I am looking for?
In order to locate a particular term or subject, you can use the ‘Contents’ at the beginning of the book, which lists all chapters and sub-categories, and / or the index at the end of the book, where subjects are listed alphabetically and in more detail.

6. Who is it useful for?

    All students of Modern Hebrew:
    • Beginners: Beginners (with a basic grounding) will particularly benefit from the inclusion of Hebrew vowels (to assist reading) and the Audio CD (to aid correct pronunciation).
    • Young learners: EHBS is aimed at students from 10 years old upwards.
    • High-school, college and university students: EHBS is excellent for writing essays (to generate ideas and find relevant terms quickly and easily), as well as studying for exams (the format is ideal for methodical revision and self-testing).
    • Intermediate, proficiency and academic level students.

    English Speakers living in Israel (e.g. Olim Chadashim/Vatikim):
    Chapters such as ‘House’, ‘Education’, ‘Town’, ‘Health’ and ‘Economy’ and many others contain essential practical day-to-day vocabulary for people moving to or living in Israel. Learning these terms and others in EHBS can facilitate a smooth transition (e.g. setting up bank accounts, organising schooling), eventual mastery of the language, and ultimately better integration.

    Professionals:
    English speakers working with Israelis, or who have made Aliyah can benefit from core vocabulary specifically relevant to their field, e.g. “Economy’, ‘Law’, ‘Sciences’, or ‘Health’, as well as other terms that are indirectly relevant to their work, e.g. postal services, telecommunication/computing, real estate, economy, and more, depending on their profession.

    Language Teachers/Tutors:
    Being subject-based, EHBS works well with many current learning resources/curricula. It is particularly useful for giving students vocabulary lists to learn, or to use as a basis for exercises, role-plays, discussion groups, and essay writing.

    Visitors & Tourists to Israel:
    Chapters such as ‘Food’, ‘Transport & Tourism’, ‘Performing Arts’ and many more are full of useful vocabulary for all visitors to Israel.

7. What is included on the audio CD?
All vocabulary terms (nouns, adjectives and verbs) are included on the Audio CD. The CD is intended as an excellent tool to improve pronunciation and listening comprehension, and therefore confidence when speaking Hebrew.

8. What does mp3 format mean and where can I play my CD?

    The CD has an mp3 format (which allows us to fit 700 minutes on one CD), and therefore might not play on older CD players.
    It should however play on the following:

    • Computers
    • mp3 players (e.g. i-pods)
    • DVD players
    • Most car CD players (* it is not recommended to listen to the CD whilst driving, as this may affect your concentration! *)
    • Recent models of other CD players

9. Where can I buy it?