yeshiva
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Noun — A school for the advanced study of Jewish religious texts, especially the Talmud.
Etymology
From Hebrew yeshivah, literally "sitting" — referring to sitting together to study.
Full origin of yeshiva →Frequently asked questions
What does “yeshiva” mean?
The word “yeshiva” means a school for the advanced study of Jewish religious texts, especially the Talmud. In plain terms, a Jewish religious school focused on studying sacred texts.
How do you pronounce “yeshiva”?
“Yeshiva” is pronounced yuh-SHEE-vuh (/jəˈʃiː.və/ in IPA).
How do you use “yeshiva” in a sentence?
Here is “yeshiva” used in a sentence: “He spent two years studying at a yeshiva in Jerusalem before university.”
What part of speech is “yeshiva”?
“Yeshiva” is a noun.
Where does the word “yeshiva” come from?
The word “yeshiva” comes from Hebrew. From Hebrew yeshivah, literally "sitting" — referring to sitting together to study.