On Rosh Hashanah, a traditional and common greeting is "Shana Tova," which means "Good Year" in Hebrew. A slightly longer version is "L'shana Tova U'metuka," meaning "For a good and sweet year." These greetings are used to wish people a happy and sweet new year, reflecting the hope for blessings, peace, health, and sweetness in the year ahead. Other polite greetings include "Happy Rosh Hashanah" or simply "Happy New Year." In more formal or religious contexts, some also say "Leshana Tova Tikatevu," which means "May you be inscribed [in the Book of Life] for a good year," expressing a traditional prayer wish. There are also playful and warm greetings such as wishing someone a year as sweet as honey, a prosperous year, or hoping their worries "bee" small, reflecting the symbolic apples and honey eaten during the holiday. If greeting someone on Rosh Hashanah, saying "Shana Tova" or "Happy Rosh Hashanah" is always appropriate and appreciated.
