בְּרָכָה
bracha
Everyday HebrewFormsבְּרָכוֹת
Meaning1. A special prayer or good wish you say to God or for another person.
2. Something very good that happens to you, like a gift.
3. A greeting, like saying "hello" or "goodbye".
HistoryThis word is very old and comes from the Bible. It is related to the word for "knee", because people used to kneel when they prayed or received a special good wish from someone important. The meaning of saying good things or asking God for good things is the same today.
Example
He gave me his blessing.
