Yiddish Language Quiz | Test Your Knowledge of Yiddish Words!
How well do you know Yiddish?
Gm quizzers! 👋 Ever heard someone say chutzpah or kvetch and wondered what on earth they meant? Yiddish is bursting with expressive, colourful words, some so iconic they've slipped seamlessly into everyday English. From noshing on snacks to kvetching about the weather, these terms add flair and feeling in just a few syllables. 💬✨
Whether you're fluent in Yiddish or just love picking up quirky words, this quiz will take you from casual chatter to cultural deep cuts. Expect everything from mensch moments to plotz-worthy surprises.
So, are you ready to test your Yiddish know-how? Mazel tov if you ace it! 😉
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Q1: In casual English, what does the Yiddish word "kibitz" mean? To give unwanted advice or comment (often while watching a game).
Q2: What does "chutzpah" mean in English? Audacity or boldness (sometimes excessive).
Q3: If someone is a "mensch," what kind of person are they? A good, honourable, and decent person.
Q4: What is the meaning of "schlep"? (Get ready for a workout! 😱) To carry something heavy or travel a long, tiring way.
Q5: The Yiddish phrase "Oy vey!" is often used to express what emotion? Dismay, frustration, or grief.
Q6: What does "nosh" mean in Yiddish? A snack or to eat something lightly.
Q7: If someone is a "schmuck," how are they being described? A fool or an obnoxious person.
Q8: "Bubbe" and "zayde" are Yiddish words for what family members? Grandmother and grandfather.
Q9: What does "kvetch" mean? To complain or whine persistently.
Q10: What does "shpiel" mean in English? A long, sometimes persuasive speech or sales pitch.
Q11: What does the phrase "mazel tov" mean? Congratulations or good luck.
Q12: In Yiddish, what is a "shtetl"? A small Jewish town or village in Eastern Europe.
Q13: "Gelt" is a Yiddish word often associated with Hanukkah. What does it mean? Money.
Q14: What does "shlepper" refer to in Yiddish? A person who is untidy or struggles to get by.
Q15: If someone is described as "farklempt," what does it mean? Choked up with emotion or overwhelmed.
Q16: "Tsuris" is a Yiddish word that refers to what? Problems, troubles, or suffering.
Q17: The Yiddish phrase "gonif" describes what kind of person? A thief or dishonest person.
Q18: What does "shmegegge" mean? Nonsense or foolish talk.
Q19: In Yiddish, what is a "balabusta"? A good or competent homemaker.
Q20: "Plotz" means what in Yiddish? To collapse or burst from excitement or frustration.
Check your score
Now it’s time to see how you did on your Yiddish knowledge!
17–20 correct – Yiddish Master 💬 Mazel tov, you’re fluent in the art of Yiddish! You’ve got all the words and phrases down to perfection, and you can sprinkle them into any conversation. A+ for you! 🌟
10–16 correct – Yiddish Enthusiast 👨🎤 You’ve got a solid grasp on Yiddish! You know the iconic terms and can drop them with style. Keep it up, and soon you’ll be chatting like a true Yid! ✨
0–9 correct – Yiddish Beginner 🧑🎓 Looks like you’re just getting started with Yiddish. Don’t worry, it’s never too late to pick up more iconic words. Keep learning and before you know it, you’ll be throwing around those phrases like a pro! 😉
Thanks for taking the quiz — stay curious and keep adding flair to your vocabulary! 💬✨
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