Strong's H4998 · Hebrew
נָאָה
nâʼâh · /naw-aw'/
Number
H4998
Language
Hebrew
Original word
נָאָה
Transliteration
nâʼâh
Pronunciation
naw-aw'
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
properly, to be at home, i.e. (by implication) to be pleasant (or suitable), i.e. beautiful
KJV: be beautiful, become, be comely.
Root / derivation: a primitive root;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered נָאָה across 2 verses.
becometh1×
comely1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H4998 (nâʼâh) mean?
properly, to be at home, i.e. (by implication) to be pleasant (or suitable), i.e. beautiful
How many times does H4998 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H4998 (נָאָה) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “becometh.”
How is nâʼâh translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H4998 is rendered as “becometh” (1×), “comely” (1×).
Where does the Hebrew word נָאָה come from?
a primitive root;