Learn Hebrew Cursive and Script Letters

Compare print and cursive, hear every letter and follow each writing path for free.

Print Letters vs Script Letters

Our app includes both styles – complete Hebrew alphabet learning with handwriting practice

Print Letters

אבג

Block letters – the first style children learn in kindergarten

📈 Popular!

Script

Script Letters

Handwriting style – taught in first and second grade

All 27 Script Letters

Compare each letter, its name and its sound. There are 22 letters and five final forms.

The five final forms are used at the ends of words. They are forms of existing letters.

Hebrew letters at a glance
Print	Letter name	Sound guide
א	Alephאָלֶף	Often silent or a glottal stop Trace
ב	Betבֵּית	"b" as in boy / "v" as in vest Trace
ג	Gimelגִּימֵל	"g" as in go Trace
ד	Daletדָּלֶת	"d" as in door Trace
ה	Heהֵא	"h" as in hello Trace
ו	Vavוָו	"v" as in vine Trace
ז	Zayinזַיִן	"z" as in zoo Trace
ח	Chetחֵית	"ch" as in Bach (guttural) Trace
ט	Tetטֵית	"t" as in ten Trace
י	Yodיוֹד	"y" as in yes Trace
כ	Kafכָּף	"k" as in kite / "kh" guttural Trace
ל	Lamedלָמֶד	"l" as in lamp Trace
מ	Memמֵם	"m" as in moon Trace
נ	Nunנוּן	"n" as in nice Trace
ס	Samechסָמֶךְ	"s" as in sun Trace
ע	Ayinעַיִן	Often silent or a glottal stop; pharyngeal in some traditions Trace
פ	Peפֵּא	"p" as in pen / "f" as in fish Trace
צ	Tsadiצָדִי	"ts" as in cats Trace
ק	Qofקוֹף	"k" as in king Trace
ר	Reshרֵישׁ	Hebrew r, often made at the back of the mouth Trace
ש	Shinשִׁין	"sh" as in ship / "s" as in sun Trace
ת	Tavתָּו	"t" as in top Trace
ך	Final Kafכָּף סוֹפִית	"kh" guttural (end of word) Trace
ם	Final Memמֵם סוֹפִית	"m" as in moon (end of word) Trace
ן	Final Nunנוּן סוֹפִית	"n" as in nice (end of word) Trace
ף	Final Peפֵּא סוֹפִית	"f" as in fish (end of word) Trace
ץ	Final Tsadiצָדִי סוֹפִית	"ts" as in cats (end of word) Trace

Printable Hebrew alphabet resources

PDF labels are in Hebrew and English. No email is required.

Paper size

Print and cursive chart

PDF · a4 · 1 pages

Open PDF

The History of Hebrew Script Styles

Hebrew script has undergone dramatic changes over thousands of years. Understanding the different styles helps parents and educators know what children learn at each stage.

Ancient Hebrew Script

The ancient Phoenician-Hebrew script (Paleo-Hebrew) was used during the Biblical period. These letters look completely different from modern Hebrew and appear on archaeological artifacts such as the Siloam inscription. This script is not taught in schools today.

Print Letters (Assyrian Script)

Print letters — also called 'square script' or 'Assyrian script' — are the most common style in printed texts, signs, books, and screens. This is the first style children learn, starting in kindergarten. The letters are square and clear, making them ideal for beginning learners.

Handwriting (Round Cursive)

Hebrew handwriting — also called 'round cursive' — is the style used for writing by hand. The letters are rounder and more fluid than print letters, allowing faster writing. In Israel, children begin learning handwriting in first and second grade, after mastering print letters. Our app includes both styles — print and script — to prepare children for complete learning.

Get the AlephBet App

Learn Hebrew script and print letters – with guided handwriting practice, sounds, and games. Ad-free!

Developmental Milestones for Hebrew Writing

Every child develops at their own pace, but here is a general guide to the stages of learning Hebrew writing:

Ages 3-4: Letter Recognition

At this age, children begin recognizing letters in their environment — on signs, in books, and in their own name. There is no expectation for writing yet, but exposure to letters through play and songs builds the foundation. Recommended activities: letter recognition, sound games, coloring large letters.

Ages 4-5: First Attempts (Kindergarten)

Children in kindergarten begin copying print letters — usually the letters in their own name. Fine motor skills are developing, and children learn to hold a pencil correctly. Worksheets with large letters and dotted guidelines are very suitable for this stage.

Ages 5-6: Print Letter Mastery (Pre-K)

In pre-kindergarten, most children learn to write all print letters. This is the 'school readiness' stage — the child recognizes, writes, and pronounces all 22 letters. Short daily practice (10-15 minutes) combined with digital games produces the best results.

Ages 6-7: Transition to Handwriting (First Grade)

In first grade, children begin learning handwriting (round cursive). They learn new shapes for familiar letters — this stage requires patience. Our app offers both styles, so children can practice print and handwriting side by side.

Tip for parents: Don't push for perfection — at young ages, enjoyment of writing is more important than perfect accuracy. Praise the effort, not just the result. Combining physical worksheets with app practice creates a rich and varied learning experience.