Dressing Up in Hebrew: Purim Words Every Kid Should Know
Purim is a joyful holiday filled with costumes, treats, and fun traditions. It’s also a great time for children to learn Hebrew words related to dressing up, storytelling, and celebration—all through playful experiences.
Hebrew Words for Dressing Up and Purim Fun
- תחפושת (Tachposet) – Costume
- מסכה (Masecha) – Mask
- מלך / מלכה (Melech / Malkah) – King / Queen
- רעשן (Ra’ashan) – Grogger (noise maker)
- אוזני המן (Oznei Haman) – Hamantaschen (Purim cookies)
- מגילה (Megillah) – Scroll (the story of Esther)
- חג פורים (Chag Purim) – The holiday of Purim
- מתנות לאביונים (Matanot la’evyonim) – Gifts for the needy
- משלוח מנות (Mishloach manot) – Purim gift baskets
- שמח! (Sameach!) – Happy!
Simple Phrases Kids Can Use on Purim
- יש לי תחפושת! (Yesh li tachposet!) – I have a costume!
- אני מלכה! (Ani malkah!) – I’m a queen!
- האם אתה מוכן למסיבה? (Ha’im atah muchan la’mesibah?) – Are you ready for the party?
- אני אוהב רעשנים! (Ani ohev ra’ashanim!) – I love groggers!
- פורים שמח! (Purim sameach!) – Happy Purim!
Purim-Themed Hebrew Learning Activities
Costume Parade Vocabulary
Hold a mini costume parade and have each child say who or what they are in Hebrew.
Megillah Sound Match
Play the story of Esther and use noise makers every time Haman’s name is mentioned—shout the Hebrew word!
Purim Bingo
Create bingo cards with Hebrew words and images like masks, kings, cookies, and scrolls.
Color and Learn
Use printable coloring sheets of Purim symbols and label them with Hebrew words.
Dinolingo helps kids learn Hebrew with holiday-themed content. From festive vocabulary to themed games, Dinolingo makes Purim a joyful opportunity to practice new words.
Offline printable activities like costume flashcards and vocabulary worksheets bring the celebration into everyday play.
Final Thoughts
Purim is the perfect blend of play, story, and language. With fun words, interactive games, and support from Dinolingo, kids can dress up, celebrate, and learn Hebrew all at once.
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