וָוֵ֧י
𐤅𐤅𐤉
vâv
the hooks
A 'hook'—a small device, typically of metal, used to fasten or join together, particularly in the context of the sanctuary, where it refers to the hooks connecting curtains or hangings. The term also designates the sixth letter of the Hebrew alphabet (vav), recognized for its piercing or linking function. The word may further refer to objects or devices serving a similar connecting role in ancient structures.
Exodus 27:11 · Word #14
Lexicon H2053
| Lemma | וָו |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤅𐤅 |
| Transliteration | vâv |
| Strong's | H2053 |
| Definition | A 'hook'—a small device, typically of metal, used to fasten or join together, particularly in the context of the sanctuary, where it refers to the hooks connecting curtains or hangings. The term also designates the sixth letter of the Hebrew alphabet (vav), recognized for its piercing or linking function. The word may further refer to objects or devices serving a similar connecting role in ancient structures. |
Morphology HNcmpc
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | m — Masculine — Masculine |
| Number | p — Plural — Plural |
| State | c — Construct — The noun is bound to the following word |
Common Translation
| Phrase | the hooks |
SIBI-P1 Translation H2053-01
hooks of
| Morphological Notes | Noun, masculine plural, construct state. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun denotes metal hooks used for fastening or joining. The masculine plural construct form is preserved by rendering "hooks of," reflecting its bound relationship to a following noun. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
the hooks
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | Rendering as 'the hooks' clarifies that the object belongs to the pillars, as indicated by the definite article in Hebrew. 'Hooks of' is incomplete. |