שָׂחָה

sâchâh · /saw-khaw'/

Number

H7811

Language

Hebrew

Original word

שָׂחָה

Transliteration

sâchâh

Pronunciation

saw-khaw'

KJV occurrences

2 verses

Definition

to swim; causatively, to inundate

KJV: (make to) swim.

Root / derivation: a primitive root;

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered שָׂחָה across 2 verses.

swim2×

swimmeth1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Psalms1 verse

Psalms 6:6

I am weary with my groaning; all the night make I my bed to swim; I water my couch with my tears. all: or, every night

Isaiah1 verse

Isaiah 25:11

And he shall spread forth his hands in the midst of them, as he that swimmeth spreadeth forth his hands to swim: and he shall bring down their pride together with the spoils of their hands.

Topics that use this word

Night Tears

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's H7811 (sâchâh) mean?

to swim; causatively, to inundate

How many times does H7811 appear in the Bible?

Strong's H7811 (שָׂחָה) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “swim.”

How is sâchâh translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's H7811 is rendered as “swim” (2×), “swimmeth” (1×).

Where does the Hebrew word שָׂחָה come from?

a primitive root;