זֶבְּרָה
🦓 zebra
Meet Zayin
ZAH-yin · numeric value 7
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זTorah-style
These are three forms of the same letter. The Torah-style font is for recognition, not a guide to writing a ritual scroll.
z as in zebra.
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Zayin is letter 7 of the Hebrew alphabet. Start by finding it in the examples below, then say a word together before picking up a pencil.
Zayin is the seventh letter and has the ordinary numeric value seven. Practice both its name and the z sound it makes.
The top extends to both sides of the upright. Compare it with vav, whose narrow head extends mainly to one side.
Frequently asked questions
What sound does Zayin make?
z as in zebra. The top extends to both sides of the upright. Compare it with vav, whose narrow head extends mainly to one side.
What is the numeric value of Zayin?
Its ordinary gematria value is 7. Gematria assigns numbers to letters; it is separate from learning to pronounce a word.
Does Zayin have a final form?
No. This letter keeps its regular form at the end of a word.
Explore more: All Hebrew letters, and Vowel marks.
Words to explore
זַיִת
🫒 olive
זְבוּב
🪰 fly
Follow the writing guide
The top extends to both sides of the upright. Compare it with vav, whose narrow head extends mainly to one side. This animation follows the print-letter tracing paths. Handwriting styles can differ.
Reference: Gesenius, Hebrew Grammar, section 5 (alphabet and numbering). Sound guides here describe modern Israeli Hebrew; family and community pronunciations vary.