הַ/גַּ֜יא
𐤄/𐤂𐤉𐤀
Gaye
of the valley
A geographical feature denoting a valley, ravine, or deep gorge, typically bounded by high sides and sometimes used as a location reference for settlements, travel, or significant events. The term often suggests steep or sharply-defined sides, in contrast to broader, open valleys (עֵמֶק, 'emeq'). The word may describe both arid and lush areas, depending on context, and is frequently associated with both positive and negative symbolism in biblical narrative and poetry.
Nehemiah 2:13 · Word #3
Lexicon H1516
| Lemma | גַּיְא |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤂𐤉𐤀 |
| Transliteration | Gaye |
| Strong's | H1516 |
| Definition | A geographical feature denoting a valley, ravine, or deep gorge, typically bounded by high sides and sometimes used as a location reference for settlements, travel, or significant events. The term often suggests steep or sharply-defined sides, in contrast to broader, open valleys (עֵמֶק, 'emeq'). The word may describe both arid and lush areas, depending on context, and is frequently associated with both positive and negative symbolism in biblical narrative and poetry. |
Morphology HTd/Ncbsa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | b — Both — Both (masculine and feminine) |
| Number | s — Singular — Singular |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | of the valley |
SIBI-P1 Translation H1516-06
the deep ravine
| Morphological Notes | Noun, common, singular, absolute, with definite article; gender can function as masculine or feminine in usage. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun denotes a steep-sided, narrow valley or gorge, distinct from broader valleys. The definite article הַ marks it as definite singular, hence "the deep ravine." |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
the valley
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | 'The deep ravine' is too specific for this context and is not supported by the common use here; 'the valley' aligns with the location reference intended. |