How to Pronounce "mazel"
word
/ˈməzəɫ/
MUH-zuhl
/ˈmæzəl/
MAZ-uhl
Definition
A Yiddish word meaning luck or good fortune, used mainly in expressions like 'mazel tov' to offer congratulations.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈməzəɫ/
British English
/ˈmæzəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MUH-zuhl
UK
MAZ-uhl
Listen in Context
He wished them mazel at their wedding.
People say 'mazel tov' to celebrate good news.
The word 'mazel' means 'luck' in Yiddish.
It was pure mazel that they met again after years.