Kiddush

Pronunciation: /ˈkɪdɪʃ/

Definitions of kiddush

noun a Jewish blessing or prayer recited over wine or bread on Shabbat or holidays

Example Sentences

A1 I attended a kiddush after the synagogue service.

A2 The kiddush at the bar mitzvah was a joyous celebration.

B1 The rabbi led the kiddush ceremony with blessings over the wine.

B2 The family hosted a lavish kiddush to celebrate their son's graduation.

C1 The kiddush tradition dates back centuries in Jewish culture.

C2 The kiddush recitation is an integral part of the Shabbat observance.

Examples of kiddush in a Sentence

formal The rabbi recited the kiddush before the start of the Shabbat meal.

informal Let's make sure to say the kiddush before we dig into the challah.

slang I love when we do the kiddush, it's like a little tradition we have.

figurative The toast at the wedding felt like a kiddush, bringing everyone together in celebration.

Grammatical Forms of kiddush

• past tense: kiddushed
• plural: kiddushim
• comparative: more kiddush
• superlative: most kiddush
• present tense: kiddushes
• future tense: will kiddush
• perfect tense: have kiddushed
• continuous tense: is kiddushing
• singular: kiddush
• positive degree: kiddush
• infinitive: to kiddush
• gerund: kiddushing
• participle: kiddushing

Origin and Evolution of kiddush

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Hebrew

Story behind the word: The word 'kiddush' originates from Hebrew

Evolution of the word: Originally used in Jewish religious context to refer to a blessing recited over wine or bread to sanctify the Sabbath or holiday, the term 'kiddush' has evolved to also mean a festive meal or gathering where this blessing is recited.