What is another word for chanukah?
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈanjuːkə] (IPA) 
Chanukah is a Jewish holiday that is celebrated in the winter season. It is also known as the Festival of Lights, which represents the miracle of the oil in the Temple that burned for eight days, while only having enough for one. Other synonyms for Chanukah include Hanukkah, Hanukah, Chanuka, and Hanukka. These different spellings all refer to the same holiday and are variations based on different languages. Another synonym for Chanukah is the Hebrew word חֲנֻכָּה, which means "dedication". This is in reference to the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem after it was reclaimed from the Greeks. Regardless of the synonym used, Chanukah is a time of joy and celebration for the Jewish community.
