Definition

A religious ceremony in Judaism that marks the end of the Sabbath or a holy day.

Example

After sunset, we performed the habdalah to conclude the Sabbath.

Conversation

Are you going to the habdalah ceremony this weekend?

Yeah, I wouldn't miss it for anything!

I'm excited to see how they perform the habdalah this time.

Me too! It's always a beautiful way to end the Sabbath.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Habdalah** → The word 'habdalah' originates from Hebrew 'havdalah' (meaning separation). It refers to the ceremony that marks the end of the Sabbath and the separation between the sacred and the ordinary.

Memory Tip

Think of 'separation' in Hebrew — 'habdalah' is the ceremony that helps you remember the transition from the sacred Sabbath to the regular week.

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