H1713 דָּגַל dâgal → Root
3 languagesRoot of the דגל dâgal family (2 members).
To raise or display a banner or standard, making something conspicuous or prominent; by extension, to be made prominent, honored, or held in special esteem, particularly as distinguished or set apart. The verb expresses the action of signaling presence or identity through a visible symbol, such as a flag or banner, and figuratively, the act of designating or distinguishing something as special or preeminent.
Etymology
Root דגל, meaning 'to set up a banner, flag, or standard.' The verbal form דָּגַל (dâgal) directly derives from this root, with cognate forms in later Hebrew and Aramaic bearing similar senses related to banners or standards. The basic idea of the root is the lifting or presentation of a banner as a sign.
Reflexes · not yet grouped by proto-form
| Language | Word | Meaning | Segmentation | Root |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kikongo | kangala | to show, exhibit, display, make visible | -ngala | |
| Kituba (Kikongo creole) | kangala | to appear, become visible, show oneself | -kangal- | |
| Lingala | kokangala | to be clear, appear, be seen, be visible | -kangal- |
Family members (1)
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H1714
דֶּגֶל
degel
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A banner, standard, or flag—especially a ceremonial or military ensign used to identify, organize, or rally a group, suc