אַלּ֥וּף
𐤀𐤋𐤅𐤐
ʼallûwph
chief
A leader, chieftain, or tribal head; also used for a close companion or confidant. The term refers primarily to a person of status, authority, or prominence within a clan, tribe, or group; secondarily, denotes an intimate associate or familiar friend. In some contexts, metaphorical extension allows for reference to a tamed animal, especially an ox or cattle, highlighting the qualities of domestication and familiarity.
Genesis 36:18 · Word #8
Lexicon H441
| Lemma | אַלּוּף |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤀𐤋𐤅𐤐 |
| Transliteration | ʼallûwph |
| Strong's | H441 |
| Definition | A leader, chieftain, or tribal head; also used for a close companion or confidant. The term refers primarily to a person of status, authority, or prominence within a clan, tribe, or group; secondarily, denotes an intimate associate or familiar friend. In some contexts, metaphorical extension allows for reference to a tamed animal, especially an ox or cattle, highlighting the qualities of domestication and familiarity. |
Morphology HNcmsa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | m — Masculine — Masculine |
| Number | s — Singular — Singular |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | chief |
SIBI-P1 Translation H441-01
clan chief
| Morphological Notes | Noun, common, masculine singular, absolute state. |
| Rendering Rationale | This masculine singular noun denotes one who stands as the prominent, familiar head within a group. "Clan chief" reflects the development from "one familiar/accustomed" to a recognized leader or chieftain while preserving its singular masculine form. |
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