H553 אָמַץ ʼâmats → Root
5 languagesRoot of the אَمץ ʼâmats family (1 member).
To be or become strong, courageous, or resolute; to strengthen or make firm. In various contexts, אָמַץ describes both physical and inner fortitude—the act of exhibiting or imparting strength, confidence, or steadfastness. The term extends to emotional and psychological ‘strengthening’ (encouragement, assurance), as well as fortifying a position or resolve. It is often used in exhortations to assume courage or resolve in difficult circumstances.
Reflexes · not yet grouped by proto-form
| Language | Word | Meaning | Segmentation | Root |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bemba | amaka | strength, power | ||
| Kaonde | amaka | strength, power | ||
| Lenje | amaka | strength, power, ability | ||
| Luba-Katanga | umwaka / amaka | strength, power, energy | ||
| Tshiluba | amaka | strength, force, power, energy |
Family members (1)
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H557
אַמְצִי
Ametsi
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Personal name meaning 'my strength is' or 'Yahweh is my strength.' Amtsi is the name of an Israelite individual mentione