harei at mekudeshes li

Meaning

• you are hereby betrothed to me
• opening words of the traditional kiddushin declaration

Alternate spellings

harei at mekudeshet li, harei at mekudeshes

Usage and context

A recognizable portion of the formula used when effecting kiddushin. This glossary entry identifies the phrase rather than providing legal instructions.

Example in Yeshivish

He said harei at mekudeshes li when giving the ring.

Plain-English example

He recited the traditional declaration of betrothal while giving the ring.