צֵ֣ל
𐤑𐤋
tsêl
the shadow
Shade or shadow cast by an object blocking light, primarily indicating an area sheltered from sunlight or illumination. In poetic or metaphorical contexts, it can signify protection, shelter, or a figurative covering—often implying a place of safety or refuge.
Isaiah 38:8 · Word #4
Lexicon H6738
| Lemma | צֵל |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤑𐤋 |
| Transliteration | tsêl |
| Strong's | H6738 |
| Definition | Shade or shadow cast by an object blocking light, primarily indicating an area sheltered from sunlight or illumination. In poetic or metaphorical contexts, it can signify protection, shelter, or a figurative covering—often implying a place of safety or refuge. |
Morphology HNcmsc
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 | c — Construct — The noun is bound to the following word |
Common Translation
| Phrase | the shadow |
SIBI-P1 Translation H6738-10
shade
| Morphological Notes | Noun, common, masculine singular, construct state. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun derives from the root meaning "to shade" or "to grow dark," and denotes the result of that action—an area of darkness cast by obstruction. As a masculine singular construct form, it signifies "shade" in relational linkage with a following noun. |
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