How to Agree, Disagree, and Be Unsure—in Real Hebrew Words
Being able to express opinions respectfully is a vital part of language development. In Hebrew, kids can learn clear and simple ways to say “yes,” “no,” and “I don’t know”—helping them engage in everyday conversation with confidence.
Common Hebrew Phrases for Agreeing, Disagreeing, and Uncertainty
- כן (Ken) – Yes
- לא (Lo) – No
- אולי (Ulay) – Maybe
- אני לא יודע / יודעת. (Ani lo yodea / yodat.) – I don’t know. (boy / girl)
- נכון. (Nachon.) – That’s right.
- לא נכון. (Lo nachon.) – That’s not right.
- אני חושב / חושבת שכן. (Ani choshev / choshevet sheken.) – I think so. (boy / girl)
- אני לא בטוח / בטוחה. (Ani lo batuach / batu’cha.) – I’m not sure. (boy / girl)
- אני מסכים / מסכימה. (Ani maskim / maskimah.) – I agree. (boy / girl)
- אני לא מסכים / מסכימה. (Ani lo maskim / maskimah.) – I disagree. (boy / girl)
Fun Activities to Practice Agreeing and Disagreeing in Hebrew
Yes-No-Maybe Game
Say a sentence in Hebrew and let kids respond with “Ken,” “Lo,” or “Ulay.” Make it a fast-paced challenge!
Opinion Cards
Hold up statements with fun topics like “Ice cream is the best!” and have children use “Ani maskim” or “Ani lo maskim.”
Uncertainty Skits
Act out a scene where someone doesn’t know the answer and uses phrases like “Ani lo yodea.”
Partner Discussion Practice
In pairs, give kids questions to answer with opinions: “Do you like to run?” Respond with agreeing or unsure phrases in Hebrew.
How Dinolingo Supports Real Conversations in Hebrew
Dinolingo introduces practical conversation skills like agreement and disagreement through interactive stories and guided phrases. Kids practice tone, context, and vocabulary for expressing thoughts naturally.
Printable dialogue sheets and opinion practice cards reinforce what they learn online.
Final Thoughts
Whether they’re sure or still deciding, kids need words to express their thoughts. With playful practice and Dinolingo’s support, they’ll learn to speak their mind clearly—in Hebrew.
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