Yeshivish glossary term
mamesh
ממש
Meaning
- really
- truly
- literally or concretely
Alternate spellings
mamash, mamosh
Usage and context
Usually an intensifier meaning “really” or “truly.” In Torah discussion it can also contrast something concrete or literal with something abstract.
- Category
- everyday expression
- Language origin
- mixed
Example in Yeshivish
That was mamesh unbelievable.
Plain-English example
That was truly unbelievable.