Strong's Concordance/Hebrew/H4305

Strong's H4305 · Hebrew

מָטַר

mâṭar · /maw-tar'/

Number
H4305
Language
Hebrew
Original word
מָטַר
Transliteration
mâṭar
Pronunciation
maw-tar'
KJV occurrences
14 verses

Definition

to rain

KJV: (cause to) rain (upon).

Root / derivation: a primitive root;

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered מָטַר across 14 verses.

rain11×
rained5×
down1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

14 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Genesis3 verses
Exodus3 verses
Job2 verses
Psalms3 verses
Isaiah1 verse
Ezekiel1 verse
Amos1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's H4305 (mâṭar) mean?

to rain

How many times does H4305 appear in the Bible?

Strong's H4305 (מָטַר) appears in 14 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “rain.”

How is mâṭar translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's H4305 is rendered as “rain” (11×), “rained” (5×), “down” (1×).

Where does the Hebrew word מָטַר come from?

a primitive root;