Strong's H1572 · Hebrew
גָּמָא
gâmâʼ · /gaw-maw'/
Number
H1572
Language
Hebrew
Original word
גָּמָא
Transliteration
gâmâʼ
Pronunciation
gaw-maw'
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
to absorb
KJV: swallow, drink.
Root / derivation: a primitive root (literally or figuratively) to absorb
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered גָּמָא across 2 verses.
drink1×
swalloweth1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H1572 (gâmâʼ) mean?
to absorb
How many times does H1572 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H1572 (גָּמָא) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “drink.”
How is gâmâʼ translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H1572 is rendered as “drink” (1×), “swalloweth” (1×).
Where does the Hebrew word גָּמָא come from?
a primitive root (literally or figuratively) to absorb