Transforming Hebrew Translation
We're on a mission to bridge cultures through AI that understands context, gender, and the real way people speak.
Isaac Horowitz
Founder & CEO
"I built baba because I wanted to bridge the gap between textbook Hebrew and the streets of Tel Aviv."
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baba is a gender-aware AI Hebrew translation and learning app built so people can speak real Hebrew, not textbook Hebrew. It handles speaker and listener gender, curated Israeli slang and idiom support, voice, camera, and PDF input across 10 languages, and it is free on iOS and Android.
At baba, we're transforming how people connect across languages, starting with Hebrew. Language is more than just words. It's about cultural context, gender dynamics, and real-world usage, whether you're navigating business conversations, casual social interactions, or romantic relationships.
Our Story
baba was founded in Tel Aviv by Isaac Horowitz in 2024, born out of frustration with translation tools that failed to capture the cultural nuance and gender-specific language fundamental to Hebrew.
Our team of language experts and developers has created a solution that finally lets you speak like a local, not a bot, with translations that understand context and culture. See how baba compares in our guide to the best Hebrew translators, or start learning with the baba Hebrew learning app.
baba by the Numbers
Real data from our platform, updated regularly.
Core Values
The principles that guide our technology and our team.
Cultural Authenticity
We preserve the richness of culture. We don't just translate words; we translate the feeling, history, and intent behind them.
Gender First
Hebrew is a gendered language. We strive to make communication inclusive, accurate, and comfortable for everyone.
Real-World Relevance
No robot speak. Our translations reflect how people actually speak on the street, in the office, and at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about baba, our team, and how the app works.
- Who created baba Hebrew Translator?
- baba was founded by Isaac Horowitz in 2024 in Tel Aviv, Israel. It was born out of frustration with existing translation tools that failed to capture the cultural nuances and gender-specific language fundamental to Hebrew communication.
- What makes baba different from other translation apps?
- baba is designed around explicit speaker and listener controls, so users can name both roles before translating Hebrew. It also includes transliteration and curated Israeli slang and idiom support.
- How many languages does baba support?
- baba supports Hebrew translation to and from 10 languages including English, French, Russian, Spanish, Arabic, German, and Italian.
- Is baba free to use?
- Yes, baba is free to download and free to start. Guests can translate without a login, a free account raises the allowance, and optional Pro plans unlock higher limits and advanced features.
- What platforms is baba available on?
- baba is available as a native app on iOS (iPhone and iPad, iOS 16+) and Android (Android 8+). There is also a web demo at itsbaba.com/translate for browser-based translation.
Try baba for yourself
Modern Israeli Hebrew translation with roles, slang, idioms, cultural context, tone, transliteration, voice, camera, and PDF input across 10 languages. Free on iOS and Android, no login required.