Hebrew · Nature & Environment
שלג
sheleg
Snow
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
Soft white frozen water; it occasionally falls on Jerusalem and Mount Hermon.
Example
בחרמון יש שלג בחורף.
There is snow on Mount Hermon in winter.
Etymology
The Hebrew word 'שלג' (sheleg) means 'snow' and is rooted in ancient terms describing cold phenomena. It has been a part of the Hebrew language through its connection to the climate.
How & Where It’s Used
'שלג' is used in casual and formal conversations about weather, primarily in written and spoken contexts in regions where snow occurs.
Literary Heritage
Snow is often mentioned in poetry to evoke themes of purity and quiet, with references found in contemporary Israeli literature.