H595 אָנֹכִי ʼânôkîy → Derivative
1 languageDerivative of root uncertain — canonical: H1081 בַּלְאֲדָן (537 family members).
A first-person singular independent pronoun meaning 'I' or 'me.' It is used by the speaker to refer to themselves and occurs widely in narrative, legal, and poetic contexts. It often carries emphatic or contrastive force, distinguishing the self from others. In some cases, it can add solemnity or highlight personal involvement.
Etymology
The word אָנֹכִי (ʼânôkîy) is of uncertain root; usually regarded as archaic or poetic. It is often considered distinct from the alternative Hebrew pronoun אני (ʼanî), though both function as first-person singular pronouns. The etymology is uncertain; some suggest a link to North-West Semitic or Egyptian forms (compare Ugaritic anaku, Akkadian anāku, Egyptian ink), reflecting a pronoun of similar use across ancient Semitic languages.
| Language | Word | Meaning | Segmentation | Root |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bemba | ine-neka | I myself (emphatic first person pronoun) |