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Hanukkah doesn't originate in French. It is a Hebrew word (see Numbers 7:10 and Nehemiah 12:27); and when it is found in French or other languages, it has been borrowed and transliterated from the Hebrew.
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Are there french Hanukkah songs?
Yes, there are dozens of Hanukkah songs in French. But most are in Hebrew or English.
Do the people in France celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah?
French Christians celebrate Christmas. French Jews celebrate Hanukkah.
How do you say Hanukkah in spanish?
It's the same in all languages. But in French, you wouldn't pronounce the 'H'.
What language is Happy Hanukkah?
The word "Happy" is English and the word "Hanukkah" is Hebrew.
What is the third word for Hanukkah?
Hanukkah (sometimes spelled Chanukah) is the only word for Hanukkah. In English, it is also sometimes called the Festival of Lights.
What is the word Hanukkah originated from?
Hanukkah (חנוכה) means "dedication"
How is France and Hanukkah connected?
France and Hanukkah are not connected. However, French Jews celebrate Hanukkah, just like Jews in all other countries.
When did they get the name Hanukkah?
Hanukkah was founded 2180 years ago. The word "Hanukkah" is taken from Numbers ch.7 (in the original Hebrew). In that context, and in the context of our celebration of Hanukkah also, the word means "dedication" or "initiation" into the service of God.
What is the special word for a candleholder used for Hanukkah?
It's called a channukiah or Hanukkah-menorah.
Is there a word starting with z that has to do with Hanukkah?
No, there is not.
What is the English word for Hanukkah?
Dedication
Do Jews call Hanukkah by that name?
Hanukkah is a Hebrew word, and that is how we call it. The "H" in "Hanukkah" is a slightly rasping sound, formed by partially constricting the soft palate.See also:More about Hanukkah
