Strong's H8382 · Hebrew
תָּאַם
tâʼam · /taw-am'/
Definition
to be (causatively, make) twinned, i.e. (figuratively) duplicate or (architectural) jointed
KJV: coupled (together), bear twins.
Root / derivation: a primitive root; to be complete; but used only as denominative from H8380 (תָּאוֹם),
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered תָּאַם across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Exodus2 verses
And they shall be coupled together beneath, and they shall be coupled together above the head of it unto one ring: thus shall it be for them both; they shall be for the two corners. coupled: Heb. twinned
Exodus 36:29And they were coupled beneath, and coupled together at the head thereof, to one ring: thus he did to both of them in both the corners. coupled: Heb. twinned
Song of Solomon2 verses
Thy teeth are like a flock of sheep that are even shorn, which came up from the washing; whereof every one bear twins, and none is barren among them.
Song of Solomon 6:6Thy teeth are as a flock of sheep which go up from the washing, whereof every one beareth twins, and there is not one barren among them.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H8382 (tâʼam) mean?
to be (causatively, make) twinned, i.e. (figuratively) duplicate or (architectural) jointed
How many times does H8382 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H8382 (תָּאַם) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “coupled.”
How is tâʼam translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H8382 is rendered as “coupled” (4×), “twins” (2×).
Where does the Hebrew word תָּאַם come from?
a primitive root; to be complete; but used only as denominative from H8380 (תָּאוֹם),