Strong's H4970 · Hebrew
מָתַי
mâthay · /maw-thah'ee/
Definition
properly, extent (of time); but used only adverbially (especially with other particle prefixes), when (either relative or interrogative)
KJV: long, when.
Root / derivation: from an unused root meaning to extend;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered מָתַי across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Exodus2 verses
And Moses said unto Pharaoh, Glory over me: when shall I intreat for thee, and for thy servants, and for thy people, to destroy the frogs from thee and thy houses, that they may remain in the river only? Glory: or, Have this honour over me, etc when: or, against when to destroy: Heb. to cut off
Exodus 10:3And Moses and Aaron came in unto Pharaoh, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD God of the Hebrews, How long wilt thou refuse to humble thyself before me? let my people go, that they may serve me.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H4970 (mâthay) mean?
properly, extent (of time); but used only adverbially (especially with other particle prefixes), when (either relative or interrogative)
How many times does H4970 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H4970 (מָתַי) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “when.”
How is mâthay translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H4970 is rendered as “when” (2×), “long” (1×).
Where does the Hebrew word מָתַי come from?
from an unused root meaning to extend;