שָׁ֖ם
𐤔𐤌
shâm
there
An adverb indicating place—'there, in that place, at that location'; can also function temporally as 'then' in certain contexts, where location or existence in a particular place is at issue. Used to assert or identify the presence or positioning of an entity or event, often contrasting with 'here' (פֹּה). Can introduce spatial focus, designate spatial distance or presence, or serve as a demonstrative adverb of place or (rarely) of time.
Genesis 39:20 · Word #16
Lexicon H8033
| Lemma | שָׁם |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤔𐤌 |
| Transliteration | shâm |
| Strong's | H8033 |
| Definition | An adverb indicating place—'there, in that place, at that location'; can also function temporally as 'then' in certain contexts, where location or existence in a particular place is at issue. Used to assert or identify the presence or positioning of an entity or event, often contrasting with 'here' (פֹּה). Can introduce spatial focus, designate spatial distance or presence, or serve as a demonstrative adverb of place or (rarely) of time. |
Morphology HD
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | D — Adverb — Modifies a verb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | there |
SIBI-P1 Translation H8033-02
in that place
| Morphological Notes | Adverb of place; indeclinable; no gender, number, or stem distinctions. |
| Rendering Rationale | The form is a primary spatial adverb indicating location or position. "In that place" preserves its core function of designating a specific, often contrasted, location without importing contextual nuance. |
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