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Yiddish Refresher!

Dive into the rich tapestry of Yiddish language with this engaging show by Cindy. Discover quirky phrases like "Vay iz meer" and "Tsuris," each reflecting the humorous and sometimes poignant aspects of Jewish life. From playful terms like "Tattalah" to traditional foods like "Gefilte Fish" and "Kugel," you'll gain a unique appreciation for these expressions. Perfect for anyone curious about Jewish culture, this show offers laughter and insight into the heart of Yiddish, making it an entertaining and educational experience for all.

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Yiddish Refresher!

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  1. Yiddish Refresher! Show By Cindy holdemqueen@hotmail.com 2004 holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  2. Vay iz meer • An expression which closely resembles "Woe is Me",and is cried out by Jewish mothers every 15 minutes. • An anthem of true suffering. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  3. Goyim: • People who are Gentile. A polite term for anyone who doesn't love a good bargain or has extra skin on his schmeckel. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  4. Tattalah • An endearing term of love which means "little man". • An emasculating term for women to call men, if you think about it. But who has time to think. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  5. Gefilte Fish • A tasty mix of congealed fish parts and transparent slime jelly.The only food it is permissible for Jewish children to refuse. • In some families, they may even be allowed to gag, but politely. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  6. Chaleria • A derogatory term which best refers to a female business associate or a mother-in-law. The closest English equivalent is "bitch". holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  7. Koorveh • A call-girl, or prostitute. • A reference to the Russian Czar's wife at the turn of the 20th Century, and to that flashy shiksa your nephew married. Also known as Nafkeh. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  8. Kugel • A yummy blend of overcooked noodles , raisins, and curds of ripe cheese. Not fun to look at. When lathered with sour cream makes an excellent artery hardener. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  9. Borscht • A purple soup made from beets and ammonia. Often eatenby elderly Ashkenazic Jews who slurp noisily and have protruding nose hair. Which is helpful, because it stinks to high heaven. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  10. K'naidlach • Also referred to as matzoh balls. Made with styrofoam and sponges. There isn't a laxative in the world strong enough to counteract them. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  11. Schmendrick • A man who messes things up, always loses and feels miserable. Closely related to Schlemazel and Schlemiell. Every Jewish familyhas at least one, often named Irving. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  12. Schlemiel • A jerk who can't do anything right. In simple terms, someone who's always spilling his soup. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  13. Schlemazel • The poor dumb putz a Schlemiell is always spilling soup on. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  14. Tsuris • A word referring to all problems, • trouble, grief, aggravation and heartache. Examples: daughter pregnant with child of an unemployed Catholic bartender, adult son loses job and moves back home.Major Tsuris: Daughter and  baby "Bridget" move back home too. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  15. Latkes • Potato pancakes fried in castor oil and lightly seasoned with balsa wood. Smells like old boxer shorts. holdemqueen@hotmail.com

  16. Ken in- a- hura • A gleeful rejoice used when Jewish parents find out their only daughter is going to marry the Jewish surgeon (who is bi) rather than that poor, unemployed goyishe bartenderwho is a stud… holdemqueen@hotmail.com

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