kippah
2 synonyms for kippah, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A cloth skullcap traditionally worn by male Jews.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use kippah
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wear a kippah
a knitted kippah
pin on a kippah
Kippah is a neutral, respectful term used in everyday English when discussing Jewish dress and practice.
Etymology
Kippah is borrowed from the Hebrew word כִּיפָּה (kipá).
Full origin of kippah →Frequently asked questions
What is a kippah?
A kippah is the round cloth skullcap that male Jews traditionally wear, often known by its Yiddish name, yarmulke.
What is the plural of kippah?
The plural can be kippahs, or the Hebrew-derived forms kippot or kippoth.
Is kippah the same as yarmulke?
Yes, kippah and yarmulke both refer to the same skullcap, with kippah coming from Hebrew and yarmulke from Yiddish.
